Key Highlights:
- New Venue and Format: The Grand Palais, with its stunning Beaux-Arts architecture, serves as a fitting backdrop for the fair, enhancing the overall experience. This is the first edition under the new title "Art Basel Paris," transitioning from its previous name, Paris+ par Art Basel.
- Three Distinct Sectors: The fair is organized into three sections:
- Galeries: Showcasing established gallery programs.
- Emergence: Highlighting emerging galleries and artists.
- Premise: Featuring unique curatorial projects, including works created before 1900.
- Public Programs: An ambitious public program unfolds across nine locations in Paris, including the Palais d’Iéna and the Petit Palais. This initiative aims to engage a broader audience with contemporary art through installations and exhibitions in iconic settings.
- Miu Miu Partnership: Miu Miu joins as the Public Program Official Partner, presenting "Tales & Tellers," an immersive project that emphasizes storytelling and women's roles in art. This collaboration underscores the intersection of fashion and contemporary art.
- Special Initiatives: The "Oh La La!" initiative invites galleries to present rarely-seen artworks for a limited time, encouraging repeat visits and fresh discoveries throughout the fair.
As Art Basel Paris 2024 approaches, it promises to be a vibrant celebration of contemporary art, showcasing innovative works while fostering connections within the global art community. With its rich programming and prestigious location, this year's fair is set to reaffirm Paris's status as a leading art capital of the 21st century.
