miart 2019: Gallerists Share Mixed Reviews on Milan Fair's Strengths and Weaknesses

miart 2019, the contemporary art fair in Milan, concluded after four days of strong attendance and intense exchanges. Gallerists from diverse backgrounds—including Alfonso Artiaco (Naples), Galleria Mazzoleni (London/Turin), Thomas Brambilla (Bergamo), Isabella Bortolozzi (Berlin), Massimo De Carlo (Milan/London/Hong Kong), UNA (Piacenza), and Casoli De Luca (Rome)—shared their feedback. Positives included high-quality exhibitor selection, growing international collector presence, and good organization. Criticisms focused on Italy's tax system, which hampers competitiveness, and minor issues like stand aesthetics. Notable highlights: Massimo De Carlo presented a solo booth by Rob Pruitt; UNA sold a work by Vasilis Papageorgiou to Fondazione Fiera's collection; Isabella Bortolozzi collaborated with Galleria d'Arte Maggiore g.a.m. on a Giacomo Balla dialogue. The fair continues to gain international credibility, though structural fiscal challenges remain.