Gagosian to Showcase Abstraction and Nature at Frieze New York 2026
Gagosian has confirmed its participation in the 2026 Frieze New York art fair, where it will display works from eighteen prominent contemporary artists. The exhibition will explore themes of abstraction and nature, featuring a diverse array of paintings, sculptures, and photographs that draw inspiration from outdoor elements. Notable artists in this showcase include Derrick Adams, Jeff Koons, and Helen Frankenthaler, among others. A standout work will be Sarah Sze’s 2026 mixed-media piece, "Badlands," which integrates collaged elements and paints in a thoughtful examination of the balance between representation and abstraction.
Key facts
- Gagosian will participate in Frieze New York 2026.
- The presentation features works by 18 international contemporary artists.
- The theme is abstraction and nature, inspired by outdoor elements.
- Artists include Derrick Adams, Richard Diebenkorn, Helen Frankenthaler, Theaster Gates, Cy Gavin, Nan Goldin, Titus Kaphar, Jeff Koons, Rick Lowe, Tyler Mitchell, Sabine Moritz, Giuseppe Penone, Gerhard Richter, Sarah Sze, Adriana Varejão, Mary Weatherford, Stanley Whitney, and Francesca Woodman.
- Sarah Sze's mixed-media painting Badlands (2026) is a key work.
- Badlands (2026) merges collaged imagery with paint streaks and drips.
- The work juxtaposes representation and abstraction.
- Frieze New York 2026 is an upcoming art fair.
Entities
Artists
- Derrick Adams
- Richard Diebenkorn
- Helen Frankenthaler
- Theaster Gates
- Cy Gavin
- Nan Goldin
- Titus Kaphar
- Jeff Koons
- Rick Lowe
- Tyler Mitchell
- Sabine Moritz
- Giuseppe Penone
- Gerhard Richter
- Sarah Sze
- Adriana Varejão
- Mary Weatherford
- Stanley Whitney
- Francesca Woodman
Institutions
- Gagosian
- Frieze New York
Locations
- New York
- United States