Brazilian Art Wins the World in 2025
Brazil is moving towards an increasingly significant role on the world art circuit, the result of a consistent movement towards internationalization and appreciation of national production. This new wave of recognition will continue in 2025, with solo exhibitions of historic Brazilian artists in renowned international museums, such as the Tarsila do Amaral retrospective at the […]
Art Basel Miami
BRAZILIAN SALES AT ART BASEL MIAMI While several dealers noted a dip in urgency compared to last year, mid-range sales remained robust, with Brazilian artists emerging as standout performers. This year’s fair featured 286 galleries, with a record-breaking 48 exhibitors highlighting Brazilian art. This included 17 Brazilian galleries and 31 international ones, meaning over 17% […]
CARDE : the New Iconic Car Museum
Beyond their financial value, cars are much more than mere means of transportation. As Matthieu Lamoure Artcurial Motors Car Director aptly describes them, they are “inhabited mobile sculptures” that create memories and bring people together. Embracing this profound connection, the CARDE Museum, inaugurated on November 28, 2024, in Campos do Jordão (SP), stands as Latin […]
Market Challenges at the NY Fall Auctions
Beyond the headlines lies a deeper story. Concerns over Patrick Drahi’s mounting debt across his business empire have created a sense of insecurity among collectors, leading to a redistribution of high-profile lots and benefiting competitors like Christie’s and Phillips. For collectors, investors understanding the nuances of these international and Brazilian auction results is essential to […]
Art Basel: The Long-Awaited Revival in Paris
BRAZILIAN SALES AT ART BASEL PARIS Among the highlights this year, the Surrealism exhibition at the Centre Pompidou captured the imagination of many, with such important masterpieces at the greatest galleries of the fair. While Wesselmann’s striking work at the Louis Vuitton Foundation made a lasting impression and new valorization of these artists, inclusive at […]
Brazilian Art Takes Center Stage in London
FRIEZE MASTERS Launched in 2012, Frieze Masters is dedicated to historical works and art of great prestige, ranging from antiquity to the 20th century. This year, the fair features more than 130 galleries from 26 countries. Victoria Miro The gallery presented a solo exhibition by Adriana Varejão and highlighted the sale of a pair of […]
ArtRio Sale Report 2024
As a full-service art advisory we offer exclusive coverage at major art events like ArtRio while also providing unique access to private collections and offering expert guidance on acquisitions. We work closely with our clients to propose works that offer attractive financial opportunities, ensuring they make informed, strategic decisions. Connect with Sophie Su to explore […]
Artistic Scandals: From Outrage to Icones
This transformation allows such works to transcend their era, securing their place as milestones in the history of art. Ultimately, artistic scandal not only challenges conventions but also plays a pivotal role in shaping an artwork’s journey from rejection to reverence. Below, we will explore works that, despite criticism, have left an indelible mark on the global […]
Cultural Justice : From Appropriation to Repatriation
The footage, titled Sleight of Hand, is now part of his master’s thesis exhibition at Goldsmiths, University of London. Sartuzi argues that his action did not violate the museum’s policies or the Theft Act of 1968, highlighting that his work is a critique of the colonialism and imperialism of “universal museums”. The only coin of […]
What sold at Art Basel 2024
Many American collectors stayed in the U.S., sending their advisors instead. The Asian contingent saw a strong presence of dealers but fewer collectors compared to last year. European collectors, on the other hand, showed an increase on the in-person purchases compared to previous years, indicating a growing desire to experience artworks firsthand. Sophie Su Art […]