Detail: The world's international art show for modern and contemporary works, Art Basel features nearly 300 leading galleries from North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia, Australia and Africa. More than 2,000 artists, ranging from the masters of modern art to the latest generation of emerging artists, are represented in the show's multiple sections. The exhibition includes paintings, sculptures, drawings, installations, photographs, video and editioned works.
With its museums, outdoor sculptures, theaters, concert halls, idyllic medieval old town and new buildings by architects, Basel ranks as a culture capital, and that cultural richness helps put the Art Basel week on the agenda for art lovers from all over the globe. During Art Basel, a fascinating atmosphere fills this traditional city, as the international art show is reinforced with exhibitions and events all over the region.