Looking back on 2024

As the year draws to a close, we are taking a moment to reflect on the highlights and achievements here at Shapero Modern over the past twelve months. It has been a remarkable year, with a calendar filled with art fairs and exhibitions, as well as the big move to our new flagship gallery on Bond Street!

Our new Gallery at 94 New Bond Street.

Our stand at Frieze Masters 2024

Our stand at Art Miami 2024.

The Year in Highlights

Abstract Expressionism

Helen Frankenthaler, Flotilla, 2006 Helen Frankenthaler, Soho Dreams, 1987

In April, our Abstract Expressionism exhibition delved into Helen Frankenthaler’s profound influence on the art scene of 1950s New York and beyond. The show juxtaposed her works with those of her contemporaries and predecessors, including Willem de Kooning, Robert Motherwell, and Clyfford Still, offering a rich exploration of the evolution and divergence within Abstract Expressionism. It was a celebration of Frankenthaler’s legacy and her impact on the art world, making it a highlight of our year.

View works by Helen Frankenthaler

Chagall: Love, Visions and Dreams

Marc Chagall, Le Couple au Crépuscule, 1980 Marc Chagall, L’Âme du Cirque, 1980

Showcasing the final prints created by the artist in his lifetime, our May exhibition Chagall: Love, Visions and Dreams presented works that were not only monumental in size but also in significance. The Fourteen Large Lithographs are dreamy compositions displaying the best of Marc Chagall’s imagery and magical scenes. Many of the works selected for this show have since been sold, but a handful are still available and can be viewed here.

View works by Marc Chagall

The Modern Muse

Banksy, Kate Moss - Original Colour Way, 2005

This was undoubtedly one of the most captivating shows of the year here at Shapero Modern. This autumn showcase of muses brought visitors face to face with some of the most iconic portraits in modern and contemporary art, featuring the works of illustrious artists Pablo Picasso, David Hockney, Andy Warhol, and Banksy, among others. The exhibition delved into the profound relationship between artist, muse, and inspiration, illustrating not only how their muses inspire artists but also how they become muses for one another. Only our second exhibition since moving to our new location on New Bond Street, this show was an exciting opportunity to highlight a selection of portraiture that is rich in both history and symbolism.

Milestones

A significant milestone for Shapero Modern this year has been our move to a new gallery on the prestigious New Bond Street, where we proudly joined our friends at Shapero Rare Books. This relocation marks an exciting new chapter for our gallery, allowing us to expand our presence in one of London's most renowned art districts.