NX ART MADRID. Intervened by Casa Antillón. Image courtesy of Lexus.

LEXUS PRESENTS THE NX ART MADRID

ART MADRID'24 JOINS LEXUS TO EXCLUSIVELY PRESENT NX ART MADRID

Lexus joins for the first time Art Madrid'24, one of the most important appointments in the capital's Art Week, which celebrates its nineteenth edition this year. From March 6 to 10 in the Galeria de Cristal of the Palacio de Cibeles, the public will have the opportunity to witness an extraordinary fusion between artistic creativity and the most innovative technology, with the exclusive presentation of the NX Art Madrid.

NX ART MADRID. Intervened by Casa Antillón. Image courtesy of Lexus.

NX Art Madrid represents a revolutionary collaborative project between Lexus and the Casa Antillón artistic collective. This unique work, designed by the collective's talented artists, transforms the NX crossover into a unique expression of art and design. The exterior of the vehicle becomes a dynamic canvas where silhouettes dance, narrating a mysterious story that invites reflection and imagination.

The design and production process of this masterpiece on wheels took place at Casa Antillón's studio, where the artists conceptualized a project full of symbolism to capture their style in the vehicle. With meticulousness and passion, they used several airbrushes to achieve a handcrafted finish that highlights the small details of the manufacturing and gives life to a piece that is as much a work of art as it is a functional vehicle.

According to the Casa Antillón collective, the silhouettes that adorn NX Art Madrid represent more than just shapes; they are the result of a creative journey, a path of figures and expressions that have evolved over the years. Now, this vehicle-turned-artwork will take this story to unexpected places, inviting each viewer to imagine their own narrative as they observe the movement represented in the silhouettes.

NX ART MADRID. Intervened by Casa Antillón. Image courtesy of Lexus.

Lexus' participation in Art Madrid'24 marks the beginning of Lexus Art Month, a month dedicated to celebrating the connection between art, design and technology. It is an opportunity for the brand to demonstrate its commitment to artistic expression and to explore new forms of collaboration between the art world and the automotive industry.

NX Art Madrid is not only a showcase of Lexus' ability to combine luxury and technology in its vehicles, but also an example of the transformative power of art. It is an invitation to reflect on the intersection between aesthetics and functionality, beauty and engineering. And a celebration of the creative capacity of the human being.

NX ART MADRID. Intervened by Casa Antillón. Image courtesy of Lexus.

During Art Madrid'24, visitors will have the opportunity to admire the NX Art Madrid up close and explore its unique design. In addition, those who wish to take this work of art on wheels will be able to purchase it during the fair, making it an exclusive and distinctive piece that transcends time and space.

This first collaboration between Lexus and Casa Antillón to present the NX Art Madrid at Art Madrid'24 is a testament to how art transcends any discipline and drives development and invention in all creative fields.

NX ART MADRID. Intervened by Casa Antillón. Image courtesy of Lexus.

LEXUS: ALL ROADS LEAD TO ART

The 22nd edition of Art Madrid opens its application period. From 3 to 7 March 2027, the Galería de Cristal del Palacio de Cibeles will once again become the meeting point for national and international contemporary art. Galleries interested in taking part can submit their application until 20 October 2026.

Art Madrid'26 - 21st Contemporary Art Fair. Aerial view.

The Art Madrid contemporary art fair

Art Madrid takes place each year as part of Madrid Art Week, the moment in the Spanish art calendar with the highest concentration of collectors, institutions and specialist press. With 22 years of history, the fair brings together national and international galleries with a programme focused on recently produced contemporary work.

Located at the Galería de Cristal del Palacio de Cibeles, in the cultural heart of the city and steps away from the Triángulo del Arte and the Paseo del Prado, Art Madrid offers participating galleries a distinctive and recognisable setting within the Spanish art fair landscape.

Art Madrid'26 - 21st Contemporary Art Fair. Entrance.

Art Madrid'26 in figures

The previous edition closed with 35 galleries from 7 countries (Spain, Portugal, France, Denmark, Taiwan, South Korea and Cuba), over 200 artists and around 20,000 visitors. 35% of the audience were new collectors, with an age range between 35 and 60 and a gender split of 55% women and 45% men.

The fair welcomed representatives from more than 30 foundations, museums and collections, including Fundación Mapfre, Fundación BBVA, Fundación Telefónica, Fundación Banco Santander, Fundación Bertelsmann, Fundación María Cristina Masaveu Peterson, Fundación Carmen y Lluís Bassat, Fundación Studiolo, Fundació Lluís Coromina, IVAM, MARCO, CAAM, MEIAC and the Museo del Romanticismo. Delegations from Madrid City Council, the Community of Madrid, the Ministry of Culture and ambassadors from several countries also attended.

Art Madrid'26 - 21st Contemporary Art Fair. Fundación Studiolo Acquisition Award.

PROGRAMMES

GALLERIES PROGRAMME

In each edition, Art Madrid brings together a carefully curated selection of around 35 national and international galleries with proposals focused on recently produced contemporary work.

ONE SHOT COLLECTORS PROGRAMME

Sponsored by One Shot Hotels and led by Ana Suárez Gisbert (art advisor specialising in international law and the art trade, art appraiser and court expert), the Collectors Programme connects new and experienced buyers with the participating works and galleries through a personalised advisory service throughout the five days of the fair.

For galleries, it operates as an additional channel for engaging active buyers, running in parallel to their own commercial activity.

PATRONAGE PROGRAMME

Art Madrid partners with institutions, collectors and private companies to directly support artists and galleries through awards and acquisitions. At the 2026 edition:

• One Shot Hotels Breakthrough Artist Award (€1,000): Joost Vandebrug · KANT Gallery (Copenhagen–Palma)
• Cervezas Alhambra Emerging Artist Award (€1,000): Iyán Castaño · Galería Arancha Osoro (Oviedo)
• Colección Studiolo Acquisition: Roger Sanguino · DDR Art Gallery (Madrid)
• Colección E2IN2 Acquisition: Albert Bonet · Inéditad Gallery (Barcelona)
• Devesa Law Acquisition: Kim Han Ki · Banditrazos Gallery (Seoul)
• Colección dn2 Acquisition: Iván Baizán · Galería Arancha Osoro (Oviedo)

Art Madrid'26 - 21st Contemporary Art Fair. Devesa Law Acquisition Award.

PARALLEL PROGRAMME AND ON-SITE ACTIVITIES

Throughout February, Art Madrid runs a Parallel Programme of series, talks and projects that extend the dialogue beyond the fair venue.

During the five days of the fair, alongside the galleries' exhibition programme, on-site activities include the Open Booth, the Performance Series and Readings: Curated Tours.

Art Madrid'26 - 21st Contemporary Art Fair. View of Daniel Barrio's Open Booth.

Communication and reach

The Art Madrid'26 communications campaign reached 17 million people across online and offline media: print press, radio, exclusive catalogue, web, newsletter, social media and virtual 360° tour. Coverage included general and specialist national and international media, with appearances on RTVE, TeleMadrid, Onda Madrid, Onda Cero, COPE, El Mundo, ABC, Vogue, TimeOut and Elle, among others.

All participating galleries and artists feature on the Art Madrid website during and after the fair, with their own profile, images of works and contact details.

Art Madrid'26 - 21st Contemporary Art Fair. Aerial view.

KEY INFORMATION:

Galleries interested in taking part in the 22nd edition of Art Madrid can submit their application through the online registration form available on the website until 20 October 2026.

For any queries, please write to info@art-madrid.com or call +34 91 535 87 11.