Palais d'Iéna, an icon of Parisian modernism designed by Auguste Perret, will host "Tales & Tellers", a special project developed in collaboration with Miu Miu, Official Partner of the Public Program of Art Basel Paris. Curated by artist Goshka Macuga, in collaboration with Elvira Dyangani Ose, director of MACBA, the project is inspired by "Women's Tales", a series of short films directed by filmmakers such as Mati Diop and Alice Rohrwacher, as well as the artistic performances from Miu Miu’s fashion shows since 2021. The program includes live performances, screenings of commissioned short films, and roundtables with the artists. Tales & Tellers will be open from October 16 to 20, 2024.

Do you remember the works of Alicja Kwade and Urs Fischer? Place Vendôme has always been a prime location for large-scale installations. This year, during the fair, it will host Giant Triple Mushroom, a sculpture by Carsten Höller, presented by Gagosian gallery. Standing three meters tall, the work explores the world of mushrooms and their transformative properties, offering an experience that blends art, science, and urban space. But this isn't Höller's only project: during the same days, he will also open a Paris branch of his famous pop-up restaurant "Brutalisten."

The magnificent Petit Palais will host C’mon England by Jesse Darling, winner of the 2023 Turner Prize. This project marks the first collaboration between Art Basel and the Petit Palais and also includes a series of talks curated by Pierre-Alexandre Mateos and Charles Teyssou. These discussions will address topics such as the evolution of galleries, non-Western and digital artistic trends, and Queer art in early 20th-century Paris. The first talk will be dedicated to Nil Yalter, winner of the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement at the 2024 Venice Biennale.

Per l'occasione Avenue Winston Churchill, che collega il Grand Palais e il Petit Palais, diventerà pedonale. Qui troverete installate sculture iconiche come "Balmywisecrack" di John Chamberlain, "Pumpkin (L)" di Yayoi Kusama e "Maison démontable 6x9" di Jean Prouvé. L’iniziativa è stata realizzata in collaborazione con il Comune di Parigi.

The Hôtel de la Marine, located in Place de la Concorde, is an 18th-century neoclassical palace, once the headquarters of the French admiralty and now open to the public after an extensive restoration. This year, for the first time, the building’s courtyard will host Aeolian (1986) by Takis, a kinetic sculpture that interacts with the wind, presented by White Cube in collaboration with the Centre des Monuments Nationaux.

In the gardens of the Palais-Royal, you will find a selection of sculptures by 20th and 21st-century artists, including "Paravent Girls" by Ghada Amer, "Pouce" by César, "Gold Rush" by Richard Long, and "Silver Stele" by Heinz Mack. Among others, new works such as "Tribute to Moondog" by Thomas Schütte will be presented in collaboration with the CMN.

In the gothic setting of the "Chapelle des Petits-Augustins," an ancient convent dating back to the 13th century, Jean-Charles de Quillacq will present "A real boy" (2024), a combination of sculptures and video installations that explore the human body. This fascinating space, located in the heart of Paris, is known for its historic and mystical atmosphere, creating a striking contrast with the contemporary works exhibited within it.

The Parvis of the Institut de France will host Le Grand Arbre Serpent by Niki de Saint Phalle, a sculpture that explores the theme of femininity and the joy of living, in collaboration with the Galerie Mitterrand and the City of Paris.

At the museum dedicated to Eugène Delacroix, Ali Cherri will present an installation that explores the connection between history, memory, and identity through archaeological objects, in collaboration with the Musée du Louvre and Almine Rech. Ali Cherri, a Lebanese artist known for his work that blends video, sculpture, and installation, addresses themes related to geopolitics, historical memory, and the fragility of the present. His work often explores the tensions between the past and the present, raising questions about identity and collective history

Finally, the Hôtel de Sully will host Lynn Chadwick: Hypercycle. Chapter I: Scalene, an exhibition dedicated to British sculptor Lynn Chadwick, curated by Matthieu Poirier in collaboration with Perrotin and the Centre des Monuments Nationaux. The Hôtel de Sully, located in the heart of the Marais, is a magnificent example of 17th-century Renaissance architecture and is now the venue for significant cultural events. Lynn Chadwick, known for his bronze and steel sculptures, created works characterized by geometric and dynamic forms, often inspired by the human and animal figure.