Timed to coincide with Art Basel Miami, Mandarin Oriental, Miami presents a curated showcase of contemporary Latin American art. Opening Dec. 2 in the hotel’s atrium lobby, the exhibition offers visitors an accessible, thoughtfully arranged collection that celebrates the diverse perspectives of artists from across the region.
The show includes original works by Allora y Calzadilla (Cuba and Puerto Rico), Ioli de Freitas (Brazil), Leon Ferrari (Argentina), Dr. Lakra (Mexico), and Jose Bedia (Cuba and Miami). Each piece highlights unique cultural influences and artistic approaches, from conceptual installations to vivid figurative work, reflecting the breadth of contemporary Latin American expression.
Running alongside the exhibition is a weeklong silent auction to benefit the ArtNexus Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to promoting the arts through community enrichment and preservation efforts. Proceeds from the auction will support the foundation’s programs, which aim to strengthen artistic networks and sustain important cultural initiatives.
Located in the Mandarin Oriental’s atrium lobby, the exhibition provides a welcoming public setting for both hotel guests and Miami visitors to engage with significant contemporary art during one of the city’s busiest cultural weeks. The display is arranged to encourage close viewing and dialogue, offering context for each artist’s practice and the larger themes connecting their work.
Visitors interested in modern Latin American art will find this exhibition a timely complement to Art Basel Miami, with an emphasis on accessibility and cultural exchange. The silent auction component adds an element of active participation, inviting attendees to support ongoing arts programming while acquiring original works.
For those planning to attend, the hotel’s central location makes it convenient to pair a visit to the exhibition with other events during Art Basel week. The Mandarin Oriental’s public spaces will serve as a calm, curated backdrop for experiencing contemporary artworks outside the traditional gallery setting.
This exhibition highlights notable contemporary voices from the region and underscores the role of cultural institutions and events—large and small—in fostering appreciation for Latin American art. By bringing these works into a public hospitality setting, the show creates opportunities for broader audiences to encounter and engage with contemporary artistic practices.
Experience the collection and participate in the silent auction throughout the week, and support the ArtNexus Foundation’s mission to sustain and promote the arts within the community.