Overview

• Art Basel revealed the 36 inaugural winners of its global awards program on May 15, recognizing excellence across contemporary art disciplines.
• The medalists span nine categories, including artists, curators, patrons, institutions, and cross-disciplinary creators like Grace Wales Bonner and Formafantasma.
• The winners were chosen by a jury of experts, including Hoor Al Qasimi, Hans Ulrich Obrist, and Vincenzo de Bellis, for their vision, skill, and cultural impact.
• Honorees will be celebrated during the Art Basel fair in Basel, Switzerland, from June 19–22, with an Awards Summit planned for June 20.
• Later in December 2025, the medalists will convene to select up to 12 Gold Medalists, to be announced at Art Basel Miami Beach.