In its second year, ART SG, Singapore’s premier international art fair, has cemented its position as a major force in the Southeast Asian art market. Held at the Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre, the fair showcased the city’s commitment to becoming a central art hub while reflecting the evolving regional art scene.
Despite a noticeable decline in exhibitors from its inaugural year, with notable absences of blue-chip galleries like Pace, Perrotin, and David Zwirner, the fair’s electric atmosphere dispelled any concerns over its relevance and impact. The diverse representation, with over half of the 114 exhibitors from the Asia Pacific region, indicates a shift towards a more inclusive and regionally focused art market.
Singapore Art Week, running concurrently, added to the fair’s allure. The city buzzed with over 150 events, including private exhibitions by local collectors like Pierre Lorinet and Andreas Toh, signifying the city’s holistic approach to…