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Art Leaders Celebrate Oscar Nomination, Warn of Market Commodification

2/19/2026

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Monika Sprüth and Philomene Magers celebrate Alexandre Singh's short film's Academy Award nomination.
Sprüth Magers marks 10th anniversary in Los Angeles with David Salle exhibition.
Over four decades, the founders have become influential voices promoting conceptual and feminist practices.
They express concern about speculation and commodification in the art market and continue supporting politically engaged artists such as Kara Walker (artist), whose racism-focused work is shown in their Berlin space.

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Monika Sprüth and Philomene Magers celebrate Alexandre Singh's short film's Academy Award nomination.
Sprüth Magers marks 10th anniversary in Los Angeles with David Salle exhibition.
Over four decades, the founders have become influential voices promoting conceptual and feminist practices.
They express concern about speculation and commodification in the art market and continue supporting politically engaged artists such as Kara Walker (artist), whose racism-focused work is shown in their Berlin space.