The article discusses the growing dependency of museums on major commercial art galleries for support in mounting exhibitions, particularly as curators face complex decisions about which artists to showcase. A recent analysis revealed that nearly 25% of contemporary art exhibitions in New York's leading museums over the last six years prominently featured artists from only 11 major galleries. This trend indicates a shift in curatorial practices, raising questions about artistic merit and historical relevance in the context of commercial interests dominating the art world.
Museums have become increasingly reliant on major commercial galleries for logistical and financial support in curating exhibitions, influencing the artists they choose to showcase.
An analysis of over 350 solo exhibitions in New York's major art museums revealed that nearly a quarter featured artists from just 11 elite galleries.
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