Bruno Bischofberger, Influential Art Dealer and Basquiat Supporter, Passes Away at 86
Bruno Bischofberger, a renowned Swiss art dealer and historian, passed away at the age of 86. Known for his significant contributions to the Neo Expressionist movement, Bischofberger played a pivotal role in introducing American artists to European audiences. He opened his first art galleries in Zurich and St. Moritz in 1963, becoming the first art dealer in Switzerland's Engadine region. Bischofberger was instrumental in the careers of artists like Andy Warhol and Jean-Michel Basquiat, with whom he had a long-standing professional relationship. His gallery was a key player in the art world, participating in Art Basel from its inception in 1970 until the 2010s. Bischofberger's legacy includes his support for the Neo Expressionist movement and his influence on the art market through strategic collaborations and exhibitions. 
