30 bis Rue de Paradis, 75010 Paris

17. — 20.10.2024

Energetic Presentations

Together, the New Art Dealers Alliance (NADA) and The Community concluded the inaugural edition of The Salon, an invitational art fair which debuted at 30 bis Rue de Paradis in the 10th arrondissement of Paris this October 17–20, 2024.

Featuring exceptional international presentations, notable sales, and signature programming, The Salon showcased a dynamic selection from over 50 galleries, art spaces, and non-profit organizations spanning 18 countries and 24 cities. Over the course of the weekend, more than 10,000 guests flowed through three floors of the venue—which was formerly the Baccarat crystal company headquarters.

Strong Sales

Spirits were high on opening day, with many exhibitors reporting noteworthy sales by mid-day. Magenta Plains from New York sold multiple paintings by Jane Swavely between $12,000 and $18,000, two small paintings by Alex Kwartler for $6,000 and $7,000, as well as a large piece by Rachel Rossin for $35,000 to an institution.

Together, 52 Walker and Mitchell-Innes & Nash sold five sculptural works from their co-presentation of Pope L.’s Endless Column for $175,000 to an institution, and two other works for $45,000 and $12,000. cadet capela presented a solo booth by Blake Daniels, with two pieces selling between $20,000 and $25,000.

Off Paradise sold three cast-resin paintings by Maximilian Schubert in the $10,000-$16,000 range and a cast-resin chair sculpture by Mitchell Charbonneau for $8,000. Entrance reported strong interest in their presentation of Ethan Means, an artist from Flatbush, Brooklyn, with multiple paintings sold for over $1,000.

From the Exhibitors

“The Salon was fun! Fun is not a word I often use when speaking about an art fair. But the energy, crowd, and gallery presentations were refreshing. And most importantly, everyone was selling! As a NADA member for over 12 years, this gutsy fair is just one more reason I love NADA and feel its need in the art world ever more.” – Ebony Haynes (52 Walker, New York), co-presentation with Mitchell Innes & Nash, New York

“This first iteration of The Salon by NADA and the Community in Paris offered unknown possibilities. Once embarked upon, from the layers of architectural history inside the former Baccarat Factory building, to the generous and airy flow of layout, we as exhibitors were given a freedom and opportunity to explore what is rarely offered in the context of an art fair. This fair was the result of collaboration among organizational teams that approach art (in all its various media and forms) as a cultural entity, not a luxury commodity.” – Franklin Parrasch (parrasch heijnen, Los Angeles)

“NADA maximized an opportunity for galleries and artists who previously did not have exposure in Paris. Their strategy was smart: invitation only, historic venue with natural light, and proximity to Paris Internationale.” – Olivia Smith (Magenta Plains, New York)

“The Salon’s collaborative model, which overcomes the often misunderstood separation between commercial and non-profit initiatives, not only offers a novel visitor experience but also holds transformative power within the art community. I have enjoyed the sense of neighborly care and exchange, as we collectively bridge the gap.” – Benedikt Wyss (SALTS, Basel)

The Salon in the Press

“A great start for NADA in Paris!” – The Art Newspaper

“The kaleidoscopic universe of The Salon [is] where the avant-garde pulsates at the intersection of contemporary art and cultural vibrancy” – Purple Magazine

“If two heads are better than one, then The Salon by NADA and The Community is indeed a cut above” – Artsy

“During Paris Art Week, it’s hard to know where to focus during the onslaught of programming. But word on the street is that one new art fair in particular is worth your attention—and no, we aren’t talking about Art Basel Paris.” – CULTURED

“New this year in Paris” – Financial Times

“The Salon by NADA and the Community got a piece of the action during a high-octane Art Basel Paris” – artnet

Programming Series: The Salon Presents

During the inaugural fair, NADA and The Community introduced their curated programming series—The Salon Presents—which featured panels and discussions exploring new initiatives in the art world; an art book fair featuring bookstores, dealers, libraries, publishers; and a special showcase of music, sound, and poetry, spotlighting artists who embodied the spirit of The Salon.

Highlights included Elif Satanaya Özbay’s daily activation, à double trenchant, at Shimmer’s booth; a conversation hosted by Tom of Finland Foundation surrounding erotic arts and its influence in culture with Richie Villiani, creative director of Tom of Finland Foundation, and Pol Anglada; a panel discussion with non-profit participants of The Salon, led by Eunice Tsang, Founder of Current Plans in Hong Kong; a one-day art book fair with artist books, rare publications, and independent prints; a new iteration of Nick Sethi’s Golden, which was initially staged at Bridget Donahue in New York; Can’t Be A Candle: Action One, a performance by Nick Klein presented by SARA’S; and a musical program by Ariane Kiks, e/tape, Machina, and Zulu, welcoming reflection and relaxation to conclude Paris Art Week.

The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community
The Salon by NADA & The Community

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