Founded in Zurich in 1992 by Iwan Wirth, Manuela Wirth, and Ursula Hauser, Hauser & Wirth has grown into one of the leading forces in contemporary art. With galleries spanning the globe, from Los Angeles to Hong Kong, the organisation retains strong roots in Switzerland, where it operates seven locations, including a site in St Moritz that recently staged a well-received Basquiat retrospective.
The Monaco gallery opened in 2021, discreetly located within the contemporary One Monte-Carlo district, a short walk from the historic Hôtel de Paris. The gallery occupies a striking 290-square-metre cube, with 9-metre-high walls and a dramatic skylight that floods the space with natural light. Designed by Selldorf Architects in New York, the interior was adapted to fit the lower floors of a building by Rogers Stirk Harbour & Partners, owned by the Société des Bains de Mer.
Since its opening, the gallery has established itself as a key destination for contemporary art on the Riviera. It presents a rotating programme of exhibitions and events, attracting both local audiences and international visitors. Its presence complements Monaco’s evolving art scene, which includes the Nouveau Musée National de Monaco and the annual ArtMonte-Carlo fair.
Exhibitions have ranged from modern masters to leading contemporary figures. In summer 2025, the gallery presented a focused exhibition by Annie Leibovitz, bringing her large-format portraiture to Monaco for the first time. Previous shows have included works by George Condo, Louise Bourgeois, and Rashid Johnson, reflecting the gallery’s breadth and ambition.
Beyond its exhibitions, the Monaco space contributes to public engagement through talks, screenings, and collaborative events with local institutions. The gallery’s programming continues to evolve, with future exhibitions set to explore new approaches to contemporary practice while fostering dialogue between artists, collectors, and the wider community.