Sean Kelly Gallery, founded in 1991, has been internationally recognized for its diverse, intellectually driven program and a highly regarded roster of artists. The gallery, with locations in New York and Los Angeles, has garnered international attention for its high-caliber exhibition program and collaboration with many of the most significant cultural institutions around the world.

The gallery's commitment to presenting important and challenging contemporary art has been evident since its inception. The original list of artists represented, including Marina Abramovi?, James Casebere, Callum Innes, Joseph Kosuth, and Julião Sarmento, exemplified the gallery's commitment to presenting important and challenging contemporary art. Over the years, the gallery has expanded its roster to include artists such as Rebecca Horn, Frank Thiel, Laurent Grasso, Peter Liversidge, Anthony McCall, Alec Soth, and Kehinde Wiley.

In 2012, Sean Kelly opened a 22,000 square foot space at 475 Tenth Avenue in a historic 1914 building. With the gallery’s expansion into the new space, Sean Kelly added internationally acclaimed artists to its roster, including David Claerbout, José Dávila, Candida Höfer, Ilse D’Hollander, Idris Khan, Hugo McCloud, Mariko Mori, Liu Wei, and Sun Xun. The gallery has continued to expand its program to include a new generation of exceptional contemporary artists such as Dawoud Bey, Julian Charrière, Landon Metz, Sam Moyer, Shahzia Sikander, Janaina Tschäpe, and Wu Chi-Tsung.

In 2022, the gallery opened a major new space in Los Angeles. Located in Hollywood at 1357 N Highland Avenue, the 10,000 square foot space is led by Thomas Kelly, Partner and Director, who has recently moved to Los Angeles. Thomas Kelly joined the gallery business in 2011, transitioning from Manhattan real estate to the family business. Today, he’s a partner in the gallery—along with his father and sister—and is the recently minted director of its Los Angeles outpost.

The Sean Kelly Gallery has become a symbol for high-quality, thought-provoking contemporary art and conversation, most recently with the launch of Collect Wisely in May 2018. Collect Wisely is a provocative media campaign designed to encourage lively conversation around topics of collecting and connoisseurship. At the heart of this initiative is the Collect Wisely podcast, a series of interviews in which Sean Kelly discusses with collectors their passion for art, artists, and a passion for collecting and connoisseurship.

Sean Kelly Gallery stands as a beacon of contemporary art, providing a platform for international artists and fostering a vibrant and inclusive art community. As it continues to evolve and expand, the gallery remains committed to showcasing the works of artists who reflect the Zeitgeist and to providing a unique and engaging experience for all who visit.