David Zwirner presents 'Set In Stone,' a group exhibition organized with Galerie Kugel, running from May 12 to June 26, 2026, at its East 69th Street location in New York. Curated by Emma Kronman, the show pairs modern and contemporary paintings and sculpture from Zwirner's program with antique hardstone objects from Galerie Kugel's collection, spanning classical antiquity to the nineteenth century.
This exhibition matters because it bridges contemporary art with historical decorative arts, creating a dialogue across centuries and challenging conventional boundaries between fine art and craft. By collaborating with a specialized Parisian gallery known for pre-twentieth-century works, David Zwirner expands the conversation around materiality and permanence, offering collectors and audiences a rare juxtaposition that highlights enduring artistic traditions.