Art Basel Miami Beach 2024, under the new leadership of director Bridget Finn, is set to showcase an impressive lineup of 283 world-class galleries from 34 countries and territories. Scheduled for December 6-8, 2024, with VIP Preview Days on December 4 and 5, the event marks a significant milestone with its largest group of newcomers since 2008.
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Nearly two-thirds of exhibitors hail from the Americas, including the United States, Canada, and various Latin American countries, reflecting the fair's commitment to platforming diverse artistic voices from the region. The event welcomes 32 first-time participants from the Americas, Europe, and Asia, including debuts from Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, Argentina, Romania, and Indonesia.
To create a more accessible entry point for small and mid-size galleries in the main sector, the fair has introduced a new minimum-size booth option. The fair continues to use a sliding scale pricing system to ensure a level playing field for galleries across market segments. The fair is structured across several exhibition sectors. The Galleries sector features 227 renowned Modern, postwar, and contemporary art dealers. Nova showcases works created within the last three years by up to three artists from younger galleries. Positions hosts 15 solo showcases of emerging international talents, while Survey is dedicated to projects created before 2000, challenging conventional art historical canons. The Meridians sector, curated by Yasmil Raymond, focuses on projects that transcend traditional art fair booths.
Notable presentations span a wide range of mediums and themes, from historical rediscoveries to bold contemporary proposals. The Survey sector, in particular, emphasizes overlooked women artists of the 20th century, with presentations from galleries such as ILY2 and SAPAR Contemporary.
Art Basel Miami Beach 2023 Courtesy of Art Basel
Accompanying the fair will be a week of world-class exhibitions and activations throughout Greater Miami, including shows at The Bass Museum and Pérez Art Museum Miami. The Conversations program, curated by Kimberly Bradley, will feature discussions and presentations by industry experts, with details to be announced. Art Basel Miami Beach 2024 emphasizes its position at the nexus of North and South American art scenes, fostering discovery and collaboration between regional and international art markets. The fair continues to support galleries across various market segments through its pricing structure and booth-sharing options.
This edition of Art Basel Miami Beach promises to be a dynamic showcase of global contemporary art, with a strong emphasis on supporting galleries and artists from the Americas. The fair's commitment to accessibility, diversity, and artistic excellence is evident in its expanded roster of participants and the introduction of new initiatives to support smaller galleries. As the art world continues to evolve, Art Basel Miami Beach remains a crucial platform for cultural exchange and market engagement in the Western Hemisphere, offering a comprehensive view of the current state of contemporary art and its future directions.
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