About Art basel
Art Basel: The Ultimate Destination for Art Lovers
Art Basel is a leading global platform for modern and contemporary art. It is a premier destination for art collectors, curators, artists, and enthusiasts from around the world. With its three shows in Basel, Hong Kong, and Miami Beach, as well as its Online Viewing Rooms, Art Basel offers an unparalleled experience of the best in modern and contemporary art.
Founded in 1970 by gallerists Ernst Beyeler, Trudl Bruckner and Balz Hilt with the aim of bringing together galleries from around the world to showcase their works to an international audience. Since then it has grown into one of the most prestigious events on the global art calendar.
The first show was held in Basel Switzerland which remains one of its most important locations today. The show takes place annually every June where over 290 galleries from across Europe exhibit their works to over 90k visitors who come from all corners of the globe.
In addition to this flagship event in Switzerland there are two other shows that take place annually; Art Basel Hong Kong which takes place every March at Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre featuring over 240 galleries from Asia-Pacific region; while Art Basel Miami Beach takes place every December at Miami Beach Convention Center featuring more than 200 galleries showcasing works by artists based throughout North America.
One unique feature that sets Art Basel apart is its Online Viewing Rooms (OVRs). Launched during COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns when physical exhibitions were not possible OVRs have become a permanent fixture allowing collectors access to artworks year-round regardless of location or time zone. This digital platform allows visitors to browse through thousands of artworks online with ease while also providing them with detailed information about each piece including artist bios and exhibition histories.
Art lovers can expect nothing but excellence when they visit any one of these events or explore OVRs online. From paintings and sculptures to installations and performances there's something for everyone at Art Basel. Visitors can expect a diverse range of styles ranging from classic masterpieces by renowned artists such as Pablo Picasso or Salvador Dali through cutting-edge contemporary pieces created by emerging talents like Ai Weiwei or Yayoi Kusama.
In addition to showcasing some incredible artwork visitors can also attend talks given by industry experts on topics such as collecting trends or conservation techniques; participate in workshops led by established artists who share their knowledge about various mediums like painting drawing sculpture etc.; enjoy live performances curated specifically for each event; network with fellow collectors curators dealers etc.; attend exclusive VIP events hosted throughout each show's duration - all while enjoying some delicious food drink provided onsite!
Overall if you're looking for an unforgettable experience that combines culture history innovation creativity then look no further than Art Basel!