Frieze London 2016: Higher Quality, Cautious Sales Amid Global Uncertainty
Frieze London 2016 opened in Regent's Park with improved attendance and higher quality presentations compared to previous years, according to gallerists. Despite strong visitor numbers and enthusiastic crowds, sales remained cautious due to global economic uncertainties including the US presidential election, the Italian referendum, and Brexit. Notable standout booths included Gavin Brown's solo presentation of Alex Katz, The Modern Institute of Glasgow, Hauser & Wirth, Esther Schipper, Almine Rech, Timothy Taylor, Pilar Corrias, Franco Noero, and T293. The experimental Focus section, featuring Frutta Gallery from Rome, was also praised for its bold curation.
Key facts
- Frieze London 2016 took place in Regent's Park.
- Attendance was higher and of better quality than previous years.
- Sales were cautious due to global economic uncertainties.
- Uncertainties cited include Trump's potential victory, Italian referendum, and Brexit.
- Gavin Brown presented a solo show of Alex Katz.
- Other notable galleries: The Modern Institute, Hauser & Wirth, Esther Schipper, Almine Rech, Timothy Taylor, Pilar Corrias, Franco Noero, T293.
- The Focus section featured Frutta Gallery from Rome.
- The event was covered by Artribune.
Entities
Artists
- Alex Katz
Institutions
- Frieze
- Gavin Brown
- The Modern Institute
- Hauser & Wirth
- Esther Schipper
- Almine Rech
- Timothy Taylor
- Pilar Corrias
- Franco Noero
- T293
- Frutta Gallery
- Artribune
Locations
- Regent's Park
- London
- United Kingdom
- Glasgow
- Rome
- Italy