Foreign Galleries Criticize FIAC Organization at Grand Palais in 1988
In 1988, a dossier was compiled after hearing complaints from numerous foreign gallery directors about their experience at the FIAC art fair held at the Grand Palais. These international exhibitors expressed dissatisfaction with the fair's organization, citing issues such as poorly located and excessively small stands. Despite these criticisms, they continued to participate in the FIAC, which was described as predominantly French, to contribute an international dimension. The dossier specifically highlighted Daniel Lelong's perspective that a fair is fundamentally a dealers' affair. The complaints focused on logistical shortcomings rather than the artistic content or commercial success of the event.
Key facts
- A dossier was created in 1988 documenting foreign gallery directors' complaints about FIAC.
- Complaints centered on organizational failures at the Grand Palais venue.
- Issues included stands that were too small and poorly positioned.
- Foreign galleries participated despite criticisms to add internationalism to the fair.
- The FIAC was characterized as largely French in its participation.
- Daniel Lelong contributed the view that a fair is a dealers' affair.
- The dossier was inspired by listening to gallery directors the previous year.
- The source material was published on October 1, 1988.
Entities
Institutions
- FIAC
- Grand Palais
Locations
- France
Sources
- artpress —