Sprüth Magers is a contemporary art gallery operating in several international locations, most notably Berlin, London, and Los Angeles. The gallery was founded through the partnership of two German art dealers, Monika Sprüth (born 1953) and Philomene Magers (born 1965), whose respective galleries merged in 1998.
History and Development
- Monika Sprüth opened her first gallery, Monika Sprüth, in Cologne in 1983, focusing on contemporary photography and conceptual art.
- Philomene Magers launched her own space, Galerie Philomene Magers, also in Cologne, in 1995.
- In 1998 the two galleries combined to form Sprüth Magers, creating a joint platform that expanded the representation of avant‑garde and emerging artists.
Locations
- Berlin: The gallery’s Berlin venue opened in 1999 on a former industrial site in the Tiergarten district (Kastanienallee 84). It has since become a central hub for the gallery’s program.
- London: A London space was opened in 2003 in Mayfair, occupying a historic townhouse at 16 Hanover Square.
- Los Angeles: In 2019 the gallery expanded to the United States with a showroom on West 18th Street in the Arts District of Los Angeles.
Artists Represented
Sprüth Magers represents a roster of internationally recognized contemporary artists, including but not limited to:
- Danh Võ
- Thomas Demand
- Douglas Gosling
- Anri Lombardis
- Toshiko Kashiwagi
- Axel Vervoordt
The gallery is noted for presenting thematic exhibitions, solo shows, and large‑scale installations that examine current cultural, political, and social issues.
Publications and Projects
The gallery regularly publishes catalogues, artist monographs, and critical essays accompanying its exhibitions. It also collaborates with major museums and biennials, contributing works from its represented artists to institutional shows worldwide.
Recognition
Sprüth Magers is frequently cited in art‑world surveys and rankings as an influential contemporary gallery. It participates in major art fairs such as Art Basel (both the Swiss and the Hong Kong editions), Frieze London, and the Armory Show in New York.
Organizational Structure
Both founding partners continue to direct the gallery’s programming and acquisitions. Sprüth and Magers are recognized for their curatorial vision and for fostering long‑term relationships with artists.
References
- Official website: https://spruethmagers.com
- Exhibition archives and press releases from the gallery’s Berlin, London, and Los Angeles locations.
- Profiles of Monika Sprüth and Philomene Magers in art‑industry publications (e.g., Artforum, Frieze).
