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1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair New York edition Unveils Gallery Lineup for 2024

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Lennox Makurumidze, Ideas of Self, photography (image courtesy of the artists and artHARARE)

1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair, the global art fair that celebrates contemporary art from Africa and its diaspora, unveiled the gallery list for its highly anticipated 2024 New York edition. Set to be held at the Starrett-Lehigh Building in Chelsea, this year's fair promises an immersive experience showcasing the dynamic range of artistic expression emanating from the African continent and its global diaspora.


Scheduled to run from Wednesday, May 1 to Saturday, May 4, 2024, the 10th edition of 1-54 New York will transform the iconic Starrett-Lehigh Building (255 11th Avenue, NYC) into a artistic haven.


As a cornerstone event held annually across London, New York, and Marrakech, 1-54 continues to elevate contemporary African art onto the global stage, amplifying diverse narratives and perspectives. This year's fair boasts a lineup of 32 galleries hailing from Europe, Africa, and the United States.


Galleries participating at 1-54 New York 2024 are:


  • 193 Gallery (Paris, France)

  • 50 GOLBORNE (London, United Kingdom)

  • AFIKARIS (Paris, France)

  • Amasaka Gallery (Masaka / Kampala, Uganda)

  • Berman Contemporary (Johannesburg, South Africa)

  • Diane Rosenstein Gallery (Los Angeles, United States)

  • Ed Cross Fine Art (London, United Kingdom)

  • FABIENNE LEVY (Lausanne, Switzerland)

  • GALERIE REVEL (Bordeaux, France)

  • 110 Galerie Véronique Rieffel (Paris, France / Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire)

  • Gallery Nosco (Brussels, Belgium)

  • In Situ – fabienne leclerc (Paris, France)

  • KATES-FERRI PROJECTS (New York City, United States)

  • Kendeja Collective (Warrington, United States)

  • kó (Lagos, Nigeria)

  • La La Lande Gallery (Paris, France)

  • LIS10 Gallery (Arezzo, Italy / Paris, France)

  • MAÄ€T Gallery (Paris, France)

  • MARC STRAUS (New York City, United States)

  • Mindy Solomon Gallery (Miami, United States)

  • Nil Gallery (Paris, France)

  • October Gallery (London, United Kingdom)

  • OOA GALLERY (Barcelona, Spain / London, United Kingdom)

  • Ross-Sutton Gallery (New York City, United States)

  • So Art Gallery (Casablanca, Morocco)

  • Spinello Projects (Miami, United States)

  • The African Art Hub (TAAH) (London, United Kingdom)

  • The Bridge Gallery (Paris, France)

  • The Melrose Gallery (Johannesburg, South Africa)

  • THK Gallery (Cape Town, South Africa)

  • Vigo Gallery (London, United Kingdom)

  • Yancey Richardson Gallery (New York City, United States)


Special Projects and Partnerships are:

  • artHARARE

  • Black Rock Global Arts Foundation

  • Flower Shop Collective

  • INFINIMENT COTY GALLERY

  • Special project by Marcia Kure.



Among the esteemed participants, 1-54 is proud to welcome eight galleries making their debut at the fair, underscoring its dedication to fostering new voices and expanding the reach of contemporary African art. Notably, Zimbabwe's artHARARE will be a standout presence at the fair, showcasing captivating immersive artworks by six photographic artists - Lennox Makurumidze, Nothando Chiwanga, Wonai Haruperi, Martina Gruber, Tinotenda Chamuka and Kudakwashe Chakwanda.


The choice of The Starrett-Lehigh Building as this year's venue adds another layer of significance to the fair. Spanning 2.3 million square feet, this landmark property has been a fixture on Manhattan's West Side for nearly a century, serving as a hub for creativity and innovation across various industries. Its location within the Chelsea Arts District, renowned for its concentration of art galleries, aligns perfectly with 1-54's mission to engage with the New York art community.


As the curtains rise on the 2024 New York edition of 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair, art enthusiasts, collectors, and cultural connoisseurs alike can anticipate an unparalleled showcase of talent, creativity, and global dialogue.


For ticketing and further information, visit www.1-54.com



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