Relics From Trump's Former Taj Mahal Casino Are on Display at Art Basel
- Art Basel Miami Beach drew more than 82,000 attendees, up 6%
- “A new generation of collectors is coming in,” dealer says
The glitzy spectacle on the beach outside of Faena Hotel was a telling start to a frenzied week of consumption, anchored by Art Basel Miami Beach.
Life-size elephant statues and other discarded relics from the former Trump Taj Mahal Hotel and Casino sat around in the sand, courtesy of artist Peter Tunney. The extravaganza with fire dancers was in part a way to attract the next generation of wealthy buyers who flock to Miami each December for the parties, networking -- and art.