David Zwirner Tops ArtReview's 2018 Power 100 Ranking of Art World Influence
David Zwirner tops the 2018 ArtReview Power 100, which ranks the most significant individuals in contemporary art. He introduced a subsidy initiative for smaller galleries, a concept later embraced by Art Basel under Marc Spiegler's leadership. In the second position is Kerry James Marshall, celebrated for his portrayals of black bodies and recognized as the most expensive living black artist following a $21.1 million sale to Sean Combs. The #MeToo movement occupies the third spot, underscoring its influence through organizations such as We Are Not Surprised. This year's list marks a departure from conventional Western art hubs, featuring figures like Thelma Golden and Sheikha Hoor Al-Qasimi, while addressing societal issues through artists like Eyal Weizman and Nan Goldin.
Key facts
- David Zwirner is ranked number one in the 2018 ArtReview Power 100.
- Kerry James Marshall is the second most influential figure on the list.
- #MeToo appears at number three, marking the first time a movement is included.
- The ranking is compiled with input from 30 artists, curators, and critics worldwide.
- Marc Spiegler's Art Basel implemented a policy taxing large galleries to subsidize smaller ones, echoing Zwirner's proposal.
- Sheikha Hoor Al-Qasimi and Nadia & Rajeeb Samdani represent a shift from traditional European and North American art hubs.
- The list includes debuts by Patrick D. Flores, Cao Fei, and Ute Meta Bauer.
- Notable entries address social issues, such as Nan Goldin's campaign against the Sackler family and Eyal Weizman's Forensic Architecture.
Entities
Artists
- David Zwirner
- Kerry James Marshall
- Wolfgang Tillmans
- Yayoi Kusama
- Anni Albers
- Joan Mitchell
- Jenny Holzer
- John Akomfrah
- Gayatri Spivak
- Eyal Weizman
- Nan Goldin
- Philippe Parreno
- Pablo León de la Barra
- Patrick D. Flores
- Cao Fei
- Ute Meta Bauer
- Fred Moten
Institutions
- ArtReview
- Art Basel
- Forensic Architecture
- Purdue Pharma
- Sharjah Biennial
- Dhaka Art Summit
- Centre for Contemporary Art in Singapore
- We Are Not Surprised
- Scene and Herd
Locations
- London
- New York
- Hong Kong
- United Kingdom
- United States
- China
- India
- Bangladesh
- Sharjah
- United Arab Emirates
- Dhaka
- Manila
- Philippines
- Singapore