Art Düsseldorf 2026 Appoints Artistic Director and Features 119 Galleries
Art Düsseldorf 2026 will host its most diverse edition yet with 119 galleries, blending regional roots and an international program across painting, sculpture, and experimental works. For its eighth iteration, the fair has introduced the role of artistic director, now held by Gilles Neiens, who has been part of the Art Düsseldorf team since 2021. Neiens will oversee curatorial and programmatic direction. The event is based in the former Böhler industrial area. A jury for the fair is also mentioned. The source includes promotional content for Monopol Plus, offering a free one-month trial subscription to access all articles on monopol-magazin.de, with subsequent monthly fees of €4.90 and flexible cancellation terms.
Key facts
- Art Düsseldorf 2026 will feature 119 galleries
- The fair is described as its most diverse edition to date
- It combines regional anchoring with an international program
- The event includes painting, sculpture, and experimental works
- Art Düsseldorf has established the position of artistic director for its eighth edition
- Gilles Neiens is the new artistic director
- Neiens has been part of the Art Düsseldorf team since 2021
- The fair is located in the former Böhler industrial area
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- Art Düsseldorf
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Locations
- Düsseldorf
- Germany