Author: Cillian O'Rourke
UK General Election Sparking Uncertainty in Art Trade
London’s art market was filled with uncertainty during the recent election season. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak called for a snap election on 4 July, leading to concerns about potential tax
DetailLondon Evening Sales Offer Bargains, But No Fireworks
The international art market is currently experiencing uncertainty due to geopolitical concerns. The recent Old Master evening auctions at Sotheby’s and Christie’s in London reflected this nervous atmosphere. Christie’s auction
DetailFormer Nino Mier Director Megan Mulrooney to Open Gallery in Los Angeles Space
Former senior director of the embattled Nino Mier Gallery, Megan Mulrooney, is opening her own art gallery in Los Angeles. The gallery will focus on showcasing emerging and mid-career artists.
DetailKyla McMillan Named Director of The Armory Show: What this means for the art market
The Armory Show is gearing up for its 30th anniversary edition, set to take place in two months from September 6th to 8th. The prestigious fair has appointed Kyla McMillan
DetailArt Basel Miami Beach Introduces Smaller Stands to Attract Emerging Galleries under New Directorship
The lineup for the 2024 edition of Art Basel Miami Beach has been announced, with Bridget Finn leading the show for the first time. Finn, a former art dealer, aims
DetailVitrine Gallery Closes After 14 Years Due to Economic Pressures and Political Climate
Vitrine, a gallery with locations in London and Basel, will be closing this month after 14 years in business, as announced today by its founding director, Alys Williams. The decision
DetailImpact of UK’s New Labour Government on the Art Trade
The recent UK general election saw the Labour party secure a significant victory, potentially impacting the art market. Despite concerns about tax changes, the British Art Market Federation remains optimistic,
Detail10 Years of Progress at Paris Gallery Weekend: A Decade of Art Market Growth
Paris Gallery Weekend celebrated its tenth-anniversary edition with over 100 participating galleries and institutions in and around the French capital. The event showcased art and artists from around the world,
DetailHow can celebrities, luxury, and fossils boost the art market?
The UK has a new football team, Beta Squad FC, founded by YouTube influencers, that recently played a charity match featuring Twitch streamer Kai Cenat. This trend of combining personalities
DetailChristie’s First Half Auction Sales Drop 22% to $2.1B
The art market has shown signs of resilience despite challenges, as seen in Christie’s first half results for 2024. The auction house generated $2.1bn in revenue, a decrease from previous
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