What Art Basel 2025 revealed about confidence in the contemporary art market
Selectivity returns as speculation recedes The opening hours of Art Basel are usually decisive. In expansionary cycles, red dots appear quickly. Advisors move early. Galleries announce multi-million sales before the first afternoon concludes. Momentum becomes visible and contagious. This year, the atmosphere felt composed rather than urgent. The aisles were full. Serious collectors were present. […]
