“What I can say about Ernst Beyeler is that relationships to artists mattered very much to him. He didn’t only have relationships with the most famous artists, for him also the local artists mattered—some of his best friends were local artists. —Sam Keller
During Art Basel in Basel, the Fondation Beyeler is among the most popular destinations. This year, they are presenting the exhibition Bacon Giacometti (from April 29 to September 2, 2018) – the first time the two artists have been exhibited side by side. In this exclusive Art Basel interview, Beyeler Director Sam Keller discusses the life and career of Ernst Beyeler, and the past and future of the iconic institution he founded.