Art Basel seeks to reinvent itself in Qatar
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Erika P. Bucio
Mexico City (July 27, 2025) - 9:00 p.m.
The first edition of Art Basel Qatar, to be held from February 5 to 7, will be held in the Msheireb district, Doha's cultural heart. Credit: www.artbasel.com/qatar
Egyptian artist Wael Shawky, renowned for his practice that combines creation, pedagogy, and historical reflection, was invited to curate the inaugural event. Credit: www.artbasel.com/qatar
Qatar is a booming art market. Credit: www.artbasel.com/qatar
Art Basel , the world's largest art fair network, is preparing a new foray that departs from its traditional model: in 2026 it will launch an edition in Qatar , focused on a curatorial approach closer to a biennial.
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