Art Basel Paris Exhibition Disrupted by Civil Unrest
What happened
As part of Art Basel Paris, Guerlain hosted an exhibition called L’Heure des Possibles at Maison Guerlain, featuring works by James Turrell and Annette Messager. The exhibition took place amidst demonstrations and rioting in Paris, which led to the cancellation of the VIP opening event. The event was held in response to Guerlain’s signature perfume, L’Heure Bleue.
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Why it matters
The civil unrest in Paris disrupted the operation of the major art fair, Art Basel. The rioting resulted in Art Basel closing early, signaling a disruption to high-end cultural and luxury market events in the region.
Art Basel was utilizing the Grand Palais in Paris as its main venue for the event.
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Who's involved
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
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Art Basel could face reduced revenue or increased operational costs due to the early closure caused by rioting.
Possible ripples
Who this could reach next, traced step by step from the reporting. Possibilities worth considering, not forecasts.How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Art Basel Paris closed early due to demonstrations, while the Marcel Duchamp Prize was hosted at the Musée d'Art Moderne de Paris.Sub-event
Guerlain is a host partner of Art Basel Paris, featuring works by James Turrell and Annette Messager.1 source