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2026: A Promising Year for the International Art Scene

Published January 7, 2026, 07:16
2026: A Promising Year for the International Art Scene

2026 promises a rich exhibition landscape in the art world, with significant retrospectives, thematic presentations, and contemporary approaches. The Venice Biennale will open on May 9th, and important exhibitions will be hosted in museums in New York, London, and Paris. In New York, the Metropolitan Museum of Art will present a major exhibition by the Costume Institute, exploring the relationship between fashion and the human body. In London, the National Gallery will dedicate a retrospective exhibition to Francisco de Zurbarán, repositioning his painting in the 17th century, while Kew Gardens will host a large outdoor sculpture exhibition by Henry Moore. The Guggenheim Museum in New York will host an exhibition by Carol Bove, while the Fondation Beyeler in Basel will present a major solo exhibition by Pierre Huyghe. In Paris, the Centre Pompidou will continue its strategy of major retrospectives, with an exhibition dedicated to Constantin Brâncuși. The Tate Modern in London remains a dynamic exhibition hub, with a series of important exhibitions expected in 2026. These exhibitions combine to form a diverse and interesting program, covering different periods, styles, and artistic approaches.