Wolfgang Tillmans Wins Roswitha Haftmann Prize, Europe's Richest Art Award
Wolfgang Tillmans, a renowned photographer, is set to receive the 2026 Roswitha Haftmann Prize, which is the most significant monetary recognition for living visual artists in Europe, amounting to CHF 150,000 (~$191,361). This award, established in 2001 to honor Swiss art dealer Roswitha Haftmann, is managed by Kunsthaus Zürich. Tillmans, a German artist, was acknowledged for his comprehensive body of work and social advocacy. Notable previous winners include Cindy Sherman and Sigmar Polke. Additionally, Spelman College's Cheryl Finley has been awarded the 2026 David C. Driskell Prize, a $50,000 accolade for her contributions to African American art. El Museo del Barrio will present its Tony Bechara Legacy Award to Isabel and Agustín Coppel, J Balvin, and Estrellita Brodsky. Art Basel has announced over 200 exhibitors for its upcoming Paris fair. Lastly, Jack White's found-object sculptures will be showcased at Damien Hirst's Newport Street Gallery starting May 29.
Key facts
- Wolfgang Tillmans wins 2026 Roswitha Haftmann Prize, worth CHF 150,000 (~$191,361).
- Prize is Europe's largest monetary award for living visual artists.
- Prize established in 2001, administered by Kunsthaus Zürich.
- Cheryl Finley receives 2026 David C. Driskell Prize ($50,000) from High Museum of Art.
- Finley is director of Atlanta University Center Art History + Curatorial Studies Collective at Spelman College.
- El Museo del Barrio to honor Isabel and Agustín Coppel, J Balvin, and Estrellita Brodsky with Tony Bechara Legacy Award.
- Art Basel Paris fifth edition features over 200 exhibitors.
- Jack White's sculpture exhibition opens May 29 at Newport Street Gallery.
Entities
Artists
- Wolfgang Tillmans
- Cindy Sherman
- Sigmar Polke
- Cecilia Vicuña
- Cheryl Finley
- Consuelo Jimenez Underwood
- Jack White
- Damien Hirst
- Isabel Coppel
- Agustín Coppel
- J Balvin
- Estrellita Brodsky
Institutions
- Kunsthaus Zürich
- Spelman College
- High Museum of Art
- Atlanta University Center Art History + Curatorial Studies Collective
- El Museo del Barrio
- Art Basel
- Art Bridges Foundation
- Ruiz-Healy Art
- Newport Street Gallery
Locations
- Zürich
- Switzerland
- Atlanta
- United States
- New York
- Paris
- France
- Bentonville
- Arkansas
- London
- United Kingdom