The MoMA PS1 in Long Island City is set to inaugurate its annual Courtyard Commission program with a new installation by Precious Okoyomon, a renowned Nigerian-American artist and poet. The forest-themed installation will officially open to the public on July 24, 2026, marking a significant moment for both the artist and the institution.
New Representation for Munan Øvrelid
In other industry news, the Oslo-based gallery Standard (Oslo) has announced its representation of Munan Øvrelid, a talented Norwegian painter. Øvrelid, who holds an MFA from the Trondheim Academy of Fine Art, has previously exhibited his work at prestigious venues including the National Museum Oslo and Kunstnernes Hus.
Changes at ICA Philadelphia
The Institute of Contemporary Art at the University of Pennsylvania has appointed Sara O’Keeffe as its new Director and Curator of Public Engagement and Research. O’Keeffe joins from Art Omi, where she served as Senior Curator, bringing a wealth of experience to her new role.
Frye Art Museum's Acquisition Initiative
The Frye Art Museum in Seattle is launching an acquisition initiative in conjunction with the inaugural Assembly Art Fair. The museum plans to select a work from the fair for its permanent collection, which will be featured in the 75th anniversary “Recent Acquisitions” show in 2027. This initiative reflects the museum's commitment to contemporary art.
Christie’s Auction Results
In auction news, Christie’s recently reported a disappointing total of $126,285 from its online sale of artworks belonging to collectors Anita and Chaim “Poju” Zabludowicz. This total fell short of the estimated range of £292,000 to £435,400 ($385,100–$574,200), with over half of the 44 artworks failing to sell. This outcome has raised questions about the Zabludowiczes' ties to the art world amid ongoing scrutiny.
Meanwhile, Sotheby’s celebrated a successful double-header sale in London, achieving a record total of £393.4 million ($520.7 million), the highest ever for a single night auction in Europe. Oliver Barker, Sotheby’s European chairman, reflected on his career and the auction's success in a recent interview.
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