Founded a decade ago by a collective of independent galleries, Paris Internationale serves as a platform for emerging international galleries.
According to Il Sole 24 Ore, the organisers have not yet announced a space for the Milan edition, as they are still in the process of selecting a venue. The Italian news media also attributes this decision to bring the fair to Italy to the “reduction of VAT on art exchanges from 22% to 5% (less than France’s 5.5%)”.
Speaking to The Art Newspaper, Nerina Ciaccia, one of the fair’s founders, said that the upcoming Milan event is “not just aiming for a one-off edition, but to establish a lasting presence and community in Milan that aligns with our values and approach to the art market.”
Tommaso Sacchi, Milan’s deputy mayor for culture, welcomed the announcement: “We are delighted that Paris Internationale has chosen Milan for its very first edition outside of France—a sign of trust in the city’s cultural vitality and an opportunity to deepen the bonds between our artistic communities.” In his statement, he added: “Milan boasts a long-standing tradition in contemporary art, which in recent years has further strengthened thanks to an increasingly dynamic and interconnected cultural ecosystem.”
In recent years, Paris Internationale has taken a nomadic approach and is setting each edition in a new venue. The fair’s 11th edition, which just took place at the end of October, was held at the Rond-point des Champs-Élysées and hosted 66 galleries. Previous venues include the Central téléphonique Le Cœur and 35 Boulevard des Capucines.
Cover image: Paris Internationale 2025 © Giaime Meloni.
