The termination of Bulgari's funding provided the perfect opportunity for Cartier to take up the mantle

Each of the twelve motorists have been assigned a vehicle restored by Christie, their route incorporating a series of art fairs

Some claim that a good reception at the Biennale ensures an artist's name is stamped in market memory

European museums are at the fair, but some dealers say that US institutions are less prominent

The program will be accessible to the public on the last day of the fair

Most works sold on opening day and buyers came from all continents

The three candidates sharing the responsibility are revealed to be Marc Spiegler, Cay Sophie Rabinowitz and Annette Schönholzer

Financial buyers have had a dramatic impact on the way the art market works

By following Art Basel's example, organisers hope to rival their prosperity

Art Basel '06 fair report

After his intention to step down from Basel goes public, Sam Keller discusses the fair's evolution, his legacy, and pastures new at the Beyeler Foundation

Galleries across the world are featuring growing numbers of pieces by American artists

Trends from the fair's first day indicate the importance of the European market

An anonymous Russian collector's investment in Dora Maar au Chat has lead several important works to enter the market

The gallery's loss of one of its stars only contributes to their recent bout of poor fortune

Art Basel '05 fair report

The difference in experiences offered by each of these iconic fairs, and the symbiosis this leads to

Influential forces in the Western art world are courting potential Chinese buyers, but this market is far from mature

Curation will be promoted over serendipitous choices by Art Cabinet, a scheme debuting at Art Basel/Miami Beach

The star of 'Cabaret' looks on as his wife, photographer Pat York, steps into the limelight

The gallerist gives her take on Basel's highlights

Attendees could find themselves in front of too candid a camera

Political video is strong in both, but the variety of art is greater in Basel

Disappointment taints her upcoming Golden Lion award

At a function in honour of the prolific curator, friend Guido Magnaguagno recounted their time together fondly

The French billionaire is the new owner of the Palazzo Grassi

The art world is entering a period of true globalisation

China will be the key to real expansion

Art Basel '04 fair report