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All the photos from Unlimited, the Basel fair where giant artworks are exhibited

Tutte le foto da Unlimited, la fiera di Basilea dove si espongono opere d’arte gigantesche

The article covers the 2026 edition of Unlimited, the section of Art Basel in Basel dedicated to large-scale artworks. This year's edition is described as sober, calm, and elegant, featuring works by artists such as Yayoi Kusama, Niki de Saint-Phalle, Isa Genzken, Vanessa Beecroft, Alfredo Jaar, Helen Marten, Chris Burden, Tracey Emin, Philip Lorca diCorcia, and Nikita Kadan. Notable elements include a strong presence of artists and galleries from East Asia, particularly Japan and South Korea, as well as the revival of historical projects and a poignant sound installation by Ukrainian artist Nikita Kadan referencing air-raid alarms in Kyiv.

Unlimited matters because it has been a defining feature of Art Basel since 2000, pushing beyond traditional booth formats to present monumental installations, sculptures, projections, and paintings. Its continued evolution reflects broader trends in the art market, including the growing soft power of Asian art scenes and the enduring relevance of large-scale, immersive works at top-tier art fairs. The inclusion of historical pieces and politically charged works also underscores how art fairs can serve as platforms for both aesthetic ambition and cultural commentary.