BASEL.- Unlike conventional awards which focus on singular achievements, the Art Basel Awards recognize practices and contributions of significant and broad impact. Honoring artists, curators, institutions, patrons, cross disciplinary luminaries, and cultural innovators, the Art Basel Awards emphasize celebration over competition —reinforcing the idea that the future of art is not built by individuals alone, but by communities of influence. In keeping with Art Basel's mission to support the greater art ecosystem and expand avenues for creation and collaboration across the cultural landscape, Medalists gain access to Art Basel's global network, tailored mentorship, partnership opportunities, and bespoke support designed to amplify their work on an international scale. For artists who receive a Gold Medal, the Art Basel Awards will provide those in the Emerging category the opportunity to showcase their work at a leading global institution; those in the Established category a major commission for Art Basel; and those in the Icons category a mentoring program to nurture the next generation of rising talents.

More than a title, a Medal is a call to artists and professionals across the industry to shape what comes next, said Vincenzo de Bellis, Art Basel's Director of Fairs and Exhibition Platforms: 'The Art Basel Awards are a love letter to the artists who illuminate the future with their vision and the unsung champions who bring world-altering art experiences to life. They connect the world's trailblazing artists, their allies, and their collaborators to realize opportunities that redefine creation, exhibition, patronage, and research. This initiative is an invitation to our community to dream bigger. It reaffirms our commitment to nurturing bold artistry and empowering a world where transformative art can flourish and inspire generations to come.'

Chaired by de Bellis, the International Jury of the Art Basel Awards comprises nine members, carefully chosen for their expertise, influence, and demonstrated commitment to shaping the future of art. They are: Sheikha Hoor Al-Qasimi, President and Director, Sharjah Art Foundation; Elena Filipovic, Director, Kunstmuseum Basel; Koyo Kouoh, Executive Director and Chief Curator, Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA), Cape Town, and Curator, 61st International Art Exhibition (2026), La Biennale di Venezia; Jessica Morgan, Nathalie de Gunzberg Director, Dia Art Foundation, New York; Hans Ulrich Obrist, Artistic Director, Serpentine, London; Adriano Pedrosa, Artistic Director, Museu de Arte de São Paulo (MASP); Suhanya Raffel, Museum Director, M+, Hong Kong; Franklin Sirmans, Director, Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM); and Philip Tinari, Director and Chief Executive, UCCA Center for Contemporary Art, Beijing.

Noah Horowitz, CEO, Art Basel, said: 'The Art Basel Awards tap the global power of our brand in new and truly significant ways, underlining our absolute commitment to industry leadership through innovation and impact. With this initiative, Art Basel stands to deliver ever more opportunities for the art world's key players, forge new paths for exchange and collaboration across industries, and create new touchpoints with our core and rapidly expanding audience. We are thrilled to partner with BOSS, a brand with a proud history of supporting the arts, to celebrate the cutting-edge work driving the future of art and culture.'