Samsung’s Art Store grows with a Paris‑fair selection
Samsung has announced that its Art Store platform will showcase 19 additional artworks drawn from the galleries participating in Art Basel Paris 2026. The new pieces go live today and can be streamed on any Samsung TV that supports the Art Store service, including The Frame, The Frame Pro, the S95H OLED and a range of 2025‑2026 models.
What’s new in the collection?
The expansion brings together two very different artistic approaches:
- Elene Shatberashvili – “Poppies #4” – a vibrant, painterly study of everyday flora that leans on bold colour and meticulous observation.
- Hans Op de Beeck – “The Lounge (black and white)” – a stark, sculptural interior rendered in monochrome, offering a contemplative, almost frozen‑in‑time ambience.
These works sit alongside the existing Art Basel selections already on the platform, giving users a broader palette of visual experiences – from the lush, tactile feel of a painted canvas to the subtle play of light on a three‑dimensional sculpture.
Why the partnership matters for UK viewers
Art Basel, founded in 1970, is widely regarded as the world’s premier contemporary‑art fair, with editions in Basel, Miami Beach, Hong Kong, Paris and Qatar. Its Paris 2026 edition, held at the Grand Palais, showcases a mix of established and emerging artists, many of whom are not yet household names.
Karim Crippa, Director of Art Basel Paris, explained that the collaboration “extends the reach of those encounters, giving audiences around the world a way to explore a selection from participating galleries and continue engaging with art beyond the Paris fair.” For UK households that may never travel to the French capital, the Art Store offers a convenient, high‑resolution window onto the fair’s highlights.
How to access the new works
The Art Store is a subscription‑based service; pricing and catalogue content can differ between the UK, Europe and other regions. Once subscribed, users can browse the new Art Basel Paris pieces alongside the existing collection, set favourite works as a rotating slideshow, or pin a single piece to display continuously on their TV.
Compatibility is limited to a specific set of Samsung displays:
- 2026 models – R95H, S95H, QN80H, QN70H, M80H, The Frame, The Frame Pro
- 2025 models – Neo QLED 8K, Neo QLED 4K, The Frame, The Frame Pro, Q8F, Q7F
If you own a compatible TV, the Art Store can be activated through the TV’s app store or via the Samsung Smart Hub. After signing up, the new Art Basel Paris artworks appear instantly in the “Art Basel” folder.
What this means for Android‑centric households
While the Art Store is a TV‑first experience, many Samsung devices run Android TV as their underlying platform. This means that users who already enjoy Android apps on their Samsung TV can seamlessly integrate the Art Store into their existing ecosystem – using the same remote, voice‑assistant (Bixby or Google Assistant) and even casting from Android phones if they wish to preview a piece before committing it to the living‑room wall.
A quick verdict
The addition of the Paris 2026 works reinforces Samsung’s strategy of turning premium TVs into living‑room art galleries. For UK consumers who value both cutting‑edge display technology and cultural enrichment, the Art Store now offers a richer, more diverse catalogue without the need for a museum visit. As long as you’re comfortable with a modest monthly fee, the service turns an ordinary TV into a constantly changing exhibition space.
Key take‑aways
- Samsung’s Art Store now includes 19 new pieces from Art Basel Paris 2026.
- The collection features both colourful paintings and sculptural interiors, expanding the visual range.
- Available on all Samsung TVs that support the service, including The Frame series popular in the UK.
- Requires a subscription; pricing varies by country.
- Android TV users can integrate the service with existing voice‑assistant and casting features.
For the latest pricing details and to start a free trial, visit the Samsung Art Store page on Samsung’s UK website.
