Art Market Resilience in 2021 and Brazilian Art Scene Updates
The art market in 2021 defied expectations by avoiding crisis, with a particularly strong year reported. Frieze New York adopted a hybrid format for its 2021 edition, blending in-person and digital elements. In Brazil, the art scene navigated the coronavirus pandemic, with specific attention on Rio de Janeiro during ArtRio week. The work of artist Carlito Carvalhosa was highlighted, focusing on the transitory nature of objects. A tribute was paid to José Claudio. Artist Sérgio Sister was noted for his works described as weapons of resistance. These developments were covered by Arte Brasileiros, tagged under the gallery Nara Roesler.
Key facts
- The art market did not face a crisis in 2021.
- 2021 was reported as a good year for the art market.
- Frieze New York 2021 operated with a hybrid format combining physical and digital.
- The Brazilian art scene was active during the coronavirus pandemic.
- ArtRio took place in Rio de Janeiro.
- Carlito Carvalhosa's work explores the transitory character of things.
- A tribute was made to José Claudio.
- Sérgio Sister creates works termed weapons of resistance.
Entities
Artists
- Carlito Carvalhosa
- Sérgio Sister
- José Claudio
Institutions
- Nara Roesler
- Frieze New York
- ArtRio
- Arte Brasileiros
Locations
- Rio de Janeiro
- Brazil
- New York
- United States