2026 programme
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For its upcoming edition at Hotel La Réserve, Knokke Art Fair builds on more than 50 years of expertise to present a carefully curated encounter between modern masters, post-war icons and contemporary artistic voices. Through the presence of renowned international art dealers, collectors will discover works by artists who fundamentally shaped the artistic landscape of the twentieth century.
Among them, Andy Warhol remains one of the defining figures of Pop Art, transforming everyday imagery into cultural icons and redefining the relationship between art, celebrity and consumer culture. Alongside him, works by André Masson reveal the poetic intensity and freedom of Surrealism, while Kees van Dongen captures the elegance and vibrancy of early modern portraiture through his unmistakable use of colour and expression. The conceptual and intellectual dimension of post-war Italian art is represented through Alighiero Boetti, whose visionary body of work continues to fascinate museums and collectors worldwide.
Among them, Andy Warhol remains one of the defining figures of Pop Art, transforming everyday imagery into cultural icons and redefining the relationship between art, celebrity and consumer culture. Alongside him, works by André Masson reveal the poetic intensity and freedom of Surrealism, while Kees van Dongen captures the elegance and vibrancy of early modern portraiture through his unmistakable use of colour and expression. The conceptual and intellectual dimension of post-war Italian art is represented through Alighiero Boetti, whose visionary body of work continues to fascinate museums and collectors worldwide.
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marino mariniFew sculptors captured the fragile balance between strength and vulnerability as powerfully as Marino Marini. Internationally celebrated for his iconic equestrian sculptures, Marini developed a visual language in which horse and rider become symbols of tension, instability and the human condition itself. His sculptural work, both monumental and deeply poetic, occupies a central place within twentieth-century modernism and continues to resonate strongly with collectors worldwide.
These works will be presented by M.F. Toninelli Art Moderne, alongside works by Giacomo Manzù and André Masson, offering collectors a remarkable encounter between sculpture, modernism and poetic expression. |
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alighiero boettiConceptual, intellectual and visionary, Alighiero Boetti remains one of the most influential figures of post-war Italian art. Through systems, language, embroidery and cartography, Boetti questioned notions of order, time and authorship. His work, both poetic and conceptual, continues to attract major international attention from collectors, curators and museums alike. Presented by Galleria Immaginaria, these works will be shown alongside pieces by Kees van Dongen, Hermann Nitsch and Andy Warhol, creating a compelling dialogue between modern, post-war and contemporary artistic movements.
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otohito moriyasuThe work of Otohito Moriyasu occupies a unique position between sculpture, craftsmanship and poetic contemplation. Working with glass, metal and light, Moriyasu creates delicate compositions that evoke memory, solitude and the passage of time. His sculptures appear fragile at first glance, yet reveal remarkable depth and complexity through their subtle interplay of transparency, reflection and form. Presented by SYSTEMA GALLERY, these works embody a distinctly Japanese sensitivity in which material, silence and imagination converge. The result is a sculptural universe that invites reflection and rewards prolonged observation.
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hermann nitschThe work of Hermann Nitsch occupies a radical and uncompromising position within post-war European art. As one of the central figures of Viennese Actionism, Nitsch explored ritual, emotion and human instinct through monumental and deeply expressive works. His powerful painterly compositions continue to fascinate collectors and institutions for their intensity, physicality and spiritual dimension.
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hans hartungOne of the great pioneers of lyrical abstraction, Hans Hartung developed an instantly recognisable visual language based on gesture, rhythm and energy. His powerful compositions, characterised by sweeping lines and dynamic structures, played a fundamental role in the development of European abstract painting after the Second World War.
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andy warholMore than any other artist of his generation, Andy Warhol transformed popular culture into fine art.
By elevating celebrities, advertising imagery and everyday consumer products into artistic subjects, Warhol fundamentally redefined the relationship between art, media and society. Decades later, his work remains one of the most recognisable and influential artistic legacies of the twentieth century. |
ai weiweiPresented by Bakerhouse Gallery, Ai Weiwei, with Coca-Cola Murano Vase, brings together centuries-old Murano craftsmanship and one of the world’s most recognisable commercial symbols. By placing the iconic Coca-Cola logo onto a delicate handcrafted vase, Ai Weiwei creates a striking dialogue between cultural heritage and consumer culture, inviting viewers to reconsider the meaning we attach to objects, brands and history itself.
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andré massonA pioneering voice within Surrealism, André Masson developed an artistic language driven by spontaneity, movement and the unconscious mind. His fluid compositions and expressive gestures profoundly influenced the evolution of modern art, bridging Surrealism and Abstract Expressionism with remarkable freedom and intensity.
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giacomo manzùThe sculptural universe of Giacomo Manzù is characterised by serenity, refinement and profound humanity. Internationally recognised for his sensitive bronze sculptures and spiritual themes, Manzù developed a timeless artistic language balancing classical harmony with modern simplicity. His work continues to hold an important place within major museum and private collections worldwide.
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japanese kokeshi objectsAlongside modern and contemporary art, Knokke Art Fair also embraces collectible objects and artistic craftsmanship. The refined presentation of traditional Japanese Kokeshi objects introduces visitors to a universe where minimalism, craftsmanship and collectibility converge. Originally created as handcrafted wooden dolls, Kokeshi objects today occupy a unique place between folk art, sculpture and collectible design.
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claude venardThe paintings of Claude Venard are immediately recognisable through their rich textures, expressive colour palette and sculptural use of paint. Balancing figuration and abstraction, Venard created a deeply personal visual language that brought renewed vitality to post-war French painting and continues to appeal to collectors seeking expressive modern European art.
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schroeder haute joaillerieThe dialogue between visual art, sculpture and collectable craftsmanship is further enriched by the presence of Schroeder, the renowned Luxembourgish jeweller and official purveyor to the Grand-Ducal Palace of Luxembourg. Founded in 1877, Schroeder has embodied exceptional craftsmanship, refinement and savoir-faire for almost 150 years. Over the generations, the house has built a reputation for timeless jewellery creations that combine tradition, rarity and elegance.
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lewis blakeWith his refined sense of colour and composition, Lewis Blake creates contemporary paintings that balance architectural precision with a strong sense of atmosphere. Having worked for many years alongside Damien Hirst, Blake developed a distinctive visual language characterised by clarity, restraint and visual impact. His work is presented by Bakerhouse Gallery, one of Austria’s largest urban & street art galleries. The gallery has built a strong reputation for connecting established artists, emerging talent and collectors through a direct, accessible and emotionally engaging approach to contemporary art.
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taschenDuring the upcoming edition, the Knokke Art Fair will welcome TASCHEN for the first time. The world’s leading art book publisher for over 60 years will present a unique selection of its publications to visitors of the Knokke Art Fair. This is a unique presentation that perfectly aligns with the fair’s international character and artistic ambition. Among others, many highlights that have been featured over the past 50 years have been immortalized in unique, high-quality publications to be cherished.
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waa kitayabuThe drawings and paintings of Waa Kitayabu are characterised by an extraordinary sense of stillness and precision. Through subtle tonal variations and carefully balanced compositions, Kitayabu transforms everyday subjects into meditations on time, impermanence and the cyclical nature of life. Presented by SYSTEMA GALLERY, his work reflects the gallery’s commitment to a contemporary Japanese aesthetic deeply rooted in contemplation and craftsmanship. Balancing realism and abstraction, Kitayabu creates images that reveal their quiet emotional power gradually, inviting viewers into a world of introspection and serenity.
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patrick villasFew contemporary sculptors manage to capture the power, elegance and instinctive beauty of the animal world as poignantly as Patrick Villas. Internationally acclaimed, Villas has developed a unique visual language at the intersection of figuration and abstraction, in which movement, character and emotion take centre stage. His work has been awarded the Prix du Salon National des Artistes Animaliers, was exhibited at the Shanghai World Expo and has been presented at leading international art fairs such as TEFAF, PAN Amsterdam, Cologne Fine Art and Lineart. Today, his sculptures can be found in major public and private collections, as well as at the ZOO of Antwerp. His work is represented by The Latem Gallery.
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jean-michel folonThe poetic universe of Jean-Michel Folon continues to captivate audiences through its rare balance of simplicity, emotion and imagination. Internationally renowned for his dreamlike compositions populated by solitary silhouettes and symbolic landscapes, Folon developed a visual language that transcends time and geography. Beneath the apparent lightness of his work lies a profound reflection on freedom, humanity and the fragility of the modern world. Folon created an oeuvre of remarkable sensitivity that remains deeply beloved by collectors and institutions worldwide.
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