At Art Basel Miami Beach, a Tale of Two Markets: Lean at the Top, But Robust on the Lower End

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At Art Basel Miami Beach, a Tale of Two Markets: Lean at the Top, But Robust on the Lower End

Galleries found success with smaller-scale and more modestly priced work.

By Katya Kazakina, Dec 1, 2022

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5 Must-See Booths at Art Basel Miami Beach 2022, From a Fully Functioning Casino to a Gutsy Presentation by a Rising Star

Galleries were looking to sell more than they were looking to surprise. But we found a few memorable stands.

By Julia Halperin, Dec 1, 2022

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‘Relaxed Friendly People Wearing Cool Shoes’ Rushed NADA Miami to Buy Up Art in the Lower and Mid Price Ranges

Buying was brisk as collectors warmed to new work at lower price points than at Art Basel.

By Eileen Kinsella, Dec 1, 2022

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The Pérez Art Museum Miami Snaps Up a Mixed-Media Work by Indigenous Artist Patrick Dean Hubbell at the NADA Fair

The purchase was made possible by the NADA Acquisition Gift, now in its fifth iteration.

By Caroline Goldstein, Dec 1, 2022

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Banksy’s ‘Dream Boat,’ Lifted From His Pop-Up Theme Park Project Dismaland, Is for Sale at Context Miami Beach

A "significant" portion of the proceeds will benefit Choose Love, the charity for refugees for whom Banksy originally raffled the piece off.

By Sarah Cascone, Nov 30, 2022

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A McDonald’s Made Entirely of Felt Is Miami Beach’s Trendiest New Restaurant (But You Can’t Eat There, Because It’s Art)

The British artist Lucy Sparrow is back with another delightfully delicious felt installation, this one inspired by the world's most famous fast food restaurant.

By Sarah Cascone, Nov 30, 2022

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How a 1986 Cast of Michael Jackson’s Body Became a Spine-Tinglingly Creepy Sculpture at Art Basel Miami Beach

Artist Nicole Miller discovered a plaster cast of the music superstar's body at the Los Angeles estate sale.

By Sarah Cascone, Nov 30, 2022

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Even With Seven-Figure Sales, Sanity Prevailed During an Un-Frenzied VIP Preview at Art Basel Miami Beach

Dealers reported strong opening-day sales, but observers noticed collectors were taking the time to think about the works on offer.

By Eileen Kinsella, Nov 29, 2022

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Just How Rich Are Attendees of Art Basel Miami Beach? An Installation From the Collective MSCHF Puts Their Bank Accounts on Display

Visitors check their balance at an ATM, then watch it appear on a leaderboard.

By Sarah Cascone, Nov 29, 2022

The 2022 Venice Biennale Attracted More Than 800,000 Visitors, Setting an All-Time Attendance Record—Even With Travel Restrictions

An average of 4,062 visitors flocked to the event each day.

By Caroline Goldstein, Nov 28, 2022

Tens of Thousands of Artworks Have Debuted at Art Basel Miami Beach Over the Past 20 Years. Here Are 11 of the Most Memorable

We said memorable—we didn’t say good.

By Janelle Zara, Nov 25, 2022

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With an Expanded Format That Now Includes Design, Art Cologne Sees a Boost in Visitor Numbers and Some Decent Sales

This year's editions established some key changes to the fair's format.

By Jo Lawson-Tancred, Nov 21, 2022

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