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Must-See Events and Exhibitions at Art Basel Paris 2024

Take in everything there is to offer at this year's Art Basel at the Grand Palais in Paris. 

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In the heart of Paris, where art and elegance converge, Art Basel 2024 unfolds its vibrant tapestry at the historic Grand Palais. With 195 galleries representing 42 countries and territories, this year’s event promises an unparalleled exploration of contemporary creativity and art. From avant-garde installations to timeless masterpieces, visitors are invited to immerse themselves in a world of luxury experiences that extend beyond the art itself. As the city of light embraces this global gathering, the air buzzes with anticipation, and every corner of the Grand Palais beckons with stories waiting to be discovered.

L'OFFICIEL rounds up some must-see events, pop-ups, and more during Art Basel 2024 in Paris. 

Miu Miu Tales & Tellers

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Courtesy of Miu Miu.

What: As the official partner of Art Basel Paris, Miu Miu is holding several events throughout the fair. "Tales & Tellers" is an immersive art project by Miu Miu, staged at the Palais d’Iéna in Paris. Conceived by artist Goshka Macuga and curated by Elvira Dyangani Ose, it features screenings, conversations, and site-specific installations that explore femininity, vanity, and the female gaze. "Tales & Tellers" panels bring together filmmakers and artists to discuss their personal journeys, the changing notions of contemporary life, and the evolving meaning of womanhood. The discussions aim to highlight the power of storytelling and spectatorship, inviting audiences to become active participants in the narratives they engage with. The project further underscores Miuccia Prada’s commitment to blending fashion and art, using fashion as a platform for artistic expression.

When: Oct 16-17 

Where: Palais d’Iéna in Paris

We Are Ona/ Brutalisten and The Brutalist Kitchen Manifesto Pop-up  

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We Are Ona/ Brutalisten and The Brutalist Kitchen Manifesto Pop-up. Courtesy of We Are Ona.

What: This special culinary pop-up by We Are Ona is in collaboration with Brutalisten and The Brutalist Kitchen Manifesto by Carsten Höller, will be held during Art Basel in Paris. The event takes place inside an iconic train station in Paris and will feature a monochromatic immersive experience, with the food and drinks being the only colored elements. The concept follows the Brutalist Kitchen Manifesto, where ingredients are served solo, with only water and salt allowed as additions.

When: October 14th to 20th, 2024. 

Where: 39 Boulevard de Vaugirard Paris 

To book a lunch or dinner service, you can reserve a spot here.

Paul Maheke's Solo Exhibition

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Paul Maheke Exhibition. Courtesy of Art Basel.

What: Galerie Sultana presents Paul Maheke's solo exhibition "Vert pétri d'eau." The installation features new works that challenge rationality by exploring esoteric ways of perceiving and knowing. Inspired by the sound of the gemstone peridot, the exhibition highlights the influence of unseen entities. A silk membrane envelops the space, reacting to visitors' movements, distorting nearly invisible silhouettes. These faces, linked to an uncertain history, evoke a sense of the invisible and an unseen realm beyond ordinary perception.

When: October 12, 2024

Where: 75 rue Beaubourg Paris 

David Zwirner Exhibition 

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Marlene Dumas, "Lost", 2015-2017. Courtesy of David Zwirner gallery.

What: David Zwirner returns to the Grand Palais for the third edition of Art Basel Paris, showcasing a range of historic and new works. Featured artists include Marlene Dumas, Gerhard Richter, Elizabeth Peyton, Lucas Arruda, Dana Schutz, and Lisa Yuskavage. The gallery also presents works by Josef Albers, Michaël Borremans, Felix Gonzalez-Torres, and others. 

When: October 16—20, 2024

Where: 3 Avenue du Général Eisenhower Paris

Conversations | Art x Fashion

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Dena Yago in her studio by Peyton Fulford for Art Basel, 2021. Courtesy of Art Basel.

What: This panel discusses the evolving relationship between art and fashion. It features Benjamin Barron and Bror August Vestbø, Creative Directors of the magazine and experimental brand ALL–IN, alongside artist and writer Dena Yago, known for her work in trend forecasting and creative agencies. Moderated by Ana Viktoria Dzinic, the conversation explores the future of collaborations between these two fields, referencing historical partnerships like Salvador Dalí with Schiaparelli and Cindy Sherman with Balenciaga.

When: Oct 17, 2024

Where: Petit Palais 

Conversations | The grotesque, the bad, and the ugly

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Jamian Juliano-Villani. Courtesy of Art Basel.

What: This discussion, featuring artists Jamian Juliano-Villani and Diego Marcon and moderated by writer Paul Clinton, explores the influence of rejecting traditional beauty in art, inspired by Arthur Rimbaud's "A Season in Hell" (1873). Rimbaud’s rejection of beauty as "bitter" sparked a revolution in art that embraced the grotesque and the ugly, a legacy carried forward by artists like Marcel Duchamp and Isa Genzken. The panel examines how contemporary artists continue to push the boundaries of art, challenging conventional ideas of good taste.

When: Oct 19, 2024 

Where: Petit Palais 

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