Carroll Dunham, a leading painter known for his psychologically charged works, has joined the fast-rising Matthew Brown gallery, which has locations in Los Angeles and New York. Dunham, 75, left Gladstone Gallery after nearly 20 years, citing a desire for change. His first solo show with Brown is scheduled for September 2026 in Tribeca. Dunham will continue to be represented by several established dealers including Galerie Max Hetzler, Blum, Eva Presenhuber, and Gerhardsen Gerner.
This move highlights a growing trend of esteemed veteran artists joining younger, up-and-coming galleries, following precedents like Jasper Johns joining Matthew Marks Gallery in his 70s. The shift matters because it signals changing dynamics in the art market, where emerging dealers are attracting major figures. Dunham also has two major museum shows planned for next year—a drawing survey at the Art Institute of Chicago and a career survey at the Institute of Contemporary Art in Miami—underscoring his continued relevance and institutional support.