Galerie Alex Serra was founded in September 2021 in Cologne, Germany — a city historically shaped by its strong contemporary art scene and international cultural exchange. From the outset, the gallery has positioned itself not simply as an exhibition space, but as a curatorial platform committed to dialogue, depth, and long-term artistic development.
The gallery collaborates with national and international artists from Angola, Portugal, Mozambique, São Tomé e Príncipe, Brazil, and other global contexts. Its program brings together emerging and established artists working across painting, sculpture, installation, photography, and mixed media. Beyond geography, what connects these artists is conceptual clarity, cultural resonance, and a distinct artistic language capable of contributing meaningfully to contemporary discourse.
Founded by Paulo Nunes, whose career in the art world spans more than 25 years, the gallery is grounded in extensive market knowledge and an international network cultivated over decades. Born in Germany and raised between Brazil and Portugal, Nunes developed a cross-cultural sensibility that continues to shape the gallery’s identity.
In 2001, he opened his first gallery in Portugal, focused on both established and emerging Portuguese artists. In 2010, he expanded internationally with a second gallery oriented toward the global art market, participating in major art fairs and collaborating with museums and foundations worldwide. Over the years, he has built enduring relationships with collectors, curators, institutions, and cultural leaders across continents.
At the core of Galerie Alex Serra lies a strong curatorial vision. Each exhibition is conceived with intellectual rigor and contextual awareness, positioning artists within broader artistic and cultural narratives. The gallery’s program is not driven by trends, but by long-term relevance and artistic consistency.
For experienced collectors, the gallery offers a distinctly personalized curatorial approach. Rather than merely presenting works, Galerie Alex Serra engages in thoughtful dialogue with each collector, understanding their aesthetic direction, conceptual interests, and strategic objectives. With deep market insight and curatorial sensitivity, the gallery advises on acquisitions that strengthen, refine, and elevate existing collections. This is a relationship built on trust, discretion, and a shared commitment to quality and coherence.
For curators and institutions, the gallery serves as a reliable partner, offering artists whose practices are grounded in research, authenticity, and cultural significance. Collaboration is approached with professionalism and flexibility, ensuring that each project resonates within its specific institutional or thematic framework.
For corporate and commercial clients, Galerie Alex Serra develops tailored art concepts that align with architectural environments, brand identities, and long-term positioning strategies. The objective is always to create meaningful interactions between art, space, and audience — works that enhance environments while maintaining curatorial integrity.
Galerie Alex Serra stands as a bridge between cultures, generations, and markets. It is a space where artists are supported with strategic clarity and where collectors — particularly those with experience and vision — find not only artworks, but thoughtful guidance and enduring value.
Founder | Director:
Paulo Nunes