The Facts
On November 13, 2026, Gagosian announced that Katharina Grosse will design the eleventh annual Connaught Christmas Tree at The Connaught hotel in London, on view from November 19, 2026 to January 2, 2027. The 31-foot (9.5-meter) Nordmann’s fir will be enveloped within "The Line of Light," a continuous illuminated filament in vivid magenta that suggests a bold gesture drawn freely around and through its branches. Conceived specifically for this context, the installation echoes Grosse’s dynamic, whole-body approach to painting, in which she uses a spray gun as an extension of her reach to sweep color across landscapes, architecture, objects, and canvases alike.
The Signal
The commission continues the Connaught’s tradition of inviting contemporary artists to reinterpret the holiday tree, a high-profile platform that blends luxury hospitality with public art. For Grosse, known for her large-scale, site-specific spray-painted works, the project extends her practice into a temporary, immersive environment that engages both hotel guests and passersby. The installation underscores the growing trend of galleries and hotels collaborating on seasonal art projects that reach beyond traditional exhibition spaces.
- Artists: Katharina Grosse
- People: Katharina Grosse
- Galleries: Gagosian
- Locations: London
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