April 28, 2025 – Art Brussels, one of Europe’s leading contemporary art fairs, wrapped up its 41st edition from April 24 to 27, 2025, at the historic Brussels Expo, drawing 24,776 collectors, curators, and art enthusiasts. Featuring 165 galleries from across the globe, the fair showcased a vibrant mix of established and emerging artists, reinforcing Brussels’ position as a dynamic hub for contemporary art. Artinfoland’s magazine brings you an exclusive look at the event’s highlights, top gallery sales, and the record-breaking KickCancer charity initiative, offering insights into the fair’s unique energy and cultural impact.
A Diverse Platform for Artistic Discovery
Art Brussels 2025 presented a curated selection of 165 galleries, showcasing a rich array of talent across five distinct sections: Prime (mid-career and established artists), Discovery (emerging talent), ’68 Forward (artists creating between 1968 and 2000), Solo (solo artist presentations), and Invited (galleries challenging traditional models). The new ’68 Forward section, focusing on works from the fair’s founding era to the present, captivated visitors by reintroducing significant voices to contemporary audiences. The Solo presentations also stood out, earning praise for their bold, focused showcases. 
Set in the iconic Art Deco Brussels Expo, built from 1933 opposite the Atomium, the fair’s grand venue enhanced its vibrant atmosphere. The event welcomed a highly international audience, with 30% of preview visitors from abroad, and hosted 64 museum and collector groups, including Sursock Museum, Palais de Tokyo, and TheMerode. Art Brussels announced that its 42nd edition will return to Brussels Expo from April 23 to 26, 2026, promising another landmark event.
Top Galleries and Stellar Sales
The fair reported strong sales across its sections, with collectors snapping up works from both established and emerging artists. Standout galleries included:
- ADZ (Lisbon): Sold 92% of their works by four female artists, including two oil paintings on wood by Esme Hodsoll (€25,000 each) and two by Shiwen Wang (€25,000 each). The gallery confirmed their return for 2026.
- Newchild (Antwerp): Sold out their solo presentation of Andrew Sendor, with works placed in collections across Belgium, the Netherlands, Colombia, the US, and the UAE. Additional sales included pieces by Madeleine Bialke and Dalton Gata Garcia, ranging from €4,000 to €50,000.
- rodolphe janssen (Brussels): Sold around 20 works, including a sold-out solo presentation by Matthew Hansel (€9,000–€40,000) and two Wim Delvoye “car tyres” (€120,000 each), with 60% of sales to international collectors.
- Russi Klenner (Berlin): Sold out their Discovery section booth featuring Adam Lupton’s paintings, with buyers from Germany, Belgium, Denmark, and Poland.
- Galerie Templon (Paris, Brussels, New York): Achieved strong sales with Antoine Rogiers’ solo presentation, with works priced between €22,000 and €40,000.
Other notable performances came from Galerie Thomas Fuchs (Stuttgart), selling 14 works, including nine by Logan T. Sibrel (€4,000–€15,000), and Ani Molnár Gallery (Budapest), which sold a major Radenko Milak work for €30,000. The diversity of sales, spanning price points from €2,000 to €120,000, highlighted the fair’s appeal to both new and seasoned collectors.
Voices from the Art Community
Exhibitors and collectors alike praised the fair’s vibrant energy and welcoming atmosphere. Nele Verhaeren, Director of Art Brussels, reflected, “Art Brussels opened on a high note, truly a grand cru edition. The atmosphere in the aisles was vibrant and positive, leading to sales across the fair for upcoming and established galleries.”
Xavier Hufkens of Xavier Hufkens (Brussels) shared, “This year felt all the more special with a solo presentation by Walter Swennen, one of Belgium’s most iconic artists. The response to his work was rewarding and a beautiful reminder of the strength of our city’s community.”
Russi Klenner of Galerie Russi Klenner (Berlin) noted, “Art Brussels was a great experience for us this year as already on the first day of the fair we had sold half of the paintings of our artist Adam Lupton.” Gwenvael Launay of Almine Rech (Brussels) added, “It’s been a pleasure to welcome such a strong mix of engaged collectors, both from the vibrant local scene and from abroad.”
Collector Joost Vanhaerents enthused, “I saw many happy people, a lot of good and affordable art, and a lot of enthusiasm and passion from both local and international collectors as well as gallerists. The organisation of the fair was also TOP!” Dutch collector Casper van der Kruk highlighted personal favorites, including galleries like Harlan Levey and P420 Bologna, and praised the “delightful energy” of the fair.
KickCancer’s Record-Breaking Impact
A highlight of Art Brussels 2025 was the KickCancer Collection, which raised over €100,000 for pediatric cancer research—a record for its third edition. Curated by Zoë Gray of Bozar, the initiative featured a “moving” wall of 200 postcard-sized artworks by artists from participating galleries, each sold anonymously for €400. The evolving wall, with artist names revealed post-purchase, captivated visitors and underscored the fair’s commitment to social impact. All proceeds support KickCancer’s mission to fund innovative cancer treatments for children.
Brussels’ Vibrant Art Scene
Art Brussels 2025 coincided with a thriving cultural moment in Brussels, amplified by events like Gallery Night on April 23, where galleries opened their doors from 6 to 9 PM. Partner institutions added to the excitement, with BOZAR showcasing “When We See Us: A Century of Black Figuration in Painting” and WIELS presenting Willem Oorebeek’s “OBSTAKLES” and Paulo Nazareth’s “Patuá/Patois.” These exhibitions, alongside the fair, highlighted Brussels’ rich artistic heritage and forward-thinking spirit.
Why Art Brussels Shines
Art Brussels 2025 solidified its reputation as a must-visit event, blending bold programming, international reach, and a welcoming community. Its curated sections, strong sales, and impactful initiatives like KickCancer make it a vital platform for artists, galleries, and collectors. Supported by partners like Delen Private Bank and Ruinart, the fair continues to elevate Brussels as a global art capital.
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