Pace Gallery and Sotheby's AAP to Manage Vito Acconci's Estate
Pace Gallery has partnered with Art Agency Partners (AAP), a Sotheby's-owned advisory firm, to represent the estate of Vito Acconci, the influential American artist who died in 2017. The unusual collaboration between a gallery and an auction house aims to boost Acconci's market presence, which has been relatively weak despite his critical importance. Pace will handle gallery exhibitions, fair presentations, and public art projects, while AAP will place works in museums and manage the archive. Marc Glimcher, CEO of Pace, expressed enthusiasm for rediscovering Acconci's work, while Christy MacLear of AAP noted the need for a global platform. The agreement was recommended by AAP to Acconci Studio and Maria Acconci, the artist's widow.
Key facts
- Vito Acconci died in 2017 at age 77.
- Pace Gallery and AAP (Sotheby's) jointly represent Acconci's estate.
- Acconci was known for provocative performances like Seedbed (1972).
- The partnership is the first of its kind between a gallery and auction house advisory firm.
- AAP was founded in 2014 and specializes in artist estate management.
- Marc Glimcher is President and CEO of Pace Gallery.
- Christy MacLear is Vice President of AAP.
- Acconci's market is described as not very strong despite his importance.
Entities
Artists
- Vito Acconci
Institutions
- Pace Gallery
- Art Agency Partners
- Sotheby's
- Acconci Studio
- Artribune
Locations
- New York
- United States