Brazilian gallery sales rose 21% in 2025. The figure comes from the Art Basel and UBS art-market report, a closely watched annual survey of the trade.
BRAZIL · CULTURE
Key Facts
—The growth: Brazilian gallery sales rose 21% in 2025, per the Art Basel and UBS art-market report.
—The mood: Some 83% of Brazilian galleries expect to grow, one of the most upbeat readings worldwide.
—The showcase: The ArPa art fair opens in São Paulo on May 27, putting the local scene on display.
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