During Basel week, a sense of pessimism prevailed despite the warm weather forecast, attributed to a decline in sales of artworks priced over a million dollars. The atmosphere at parties was subdued, leading to early exits from social events. Nevertheless, influential curators and collectors participated. Emerging pop-up exhibitions alongside the main fair aimed to foster attendance through novelty and scarcity, with notable examples including a former family home and a repurposed private bank hosting immersive displays.
During the Zurich Art Weekend, a dehydrated dove fell from the sky, and after being nursed back to health, it felt like an omen for Basel week.
Sales of artwork over a million dollars are down globally, causing a pessimistic mood leading into Basel week, despite the usual sun and heat forecasts.
While parties during Basel week were relatively subdued compared to expectations, influential curators and collectors still attended the event.
Various pop-up exhibitions occurred around Basel, where gallerists sought novelty and scarcity to attract crowds amid declining sales at the main fair.
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