Jane Lombard Gallery has cultivated a reputation for its rigorous, scholarly approach to curating a diverse roster of artists. These artists, working in various media including painting, sculpture, photography, installation, and film, are united by their commitment to challenging and expanding the boundaries of artistic and socio-political discourse. The gallery’s program is defined by its global perspective, consistently foregrounding work that speaks to the complexities and nuances of contemporary life across cultures.
Throughout its history, the gallery has played a pivotal role in the international art scene, forging collaborations with leading museums, institutions, and biennials worldwide. These partnerships have resulted in groundbreaking exhibitions and projects that have both broadened and deepened the gallery's influence on the global stage. Highlights include landmark exhibitions such as Dan Perjovschi’s installation at Documenta 15 (2022); Lee Mingwei Rituals of Care at the De Young Museum (2024); Allspice | Michael Rakowitz & Ancient Cultures , at the Acropolis Museum (2025-2026); Unravel: The Power of Politics and Textiles in Art , a traveling group exhibition from the Barbican Centre to the Stedelijk Museum which showcased works by Margarita Cabrera(2024-2025); among others, solidifying the gallery's position as a leader in contemporary art.
Jane Lombard co-founded her first gallery SoHo in 1995 which quickly became known as a platform for international artists in New York City. In 2015, Jane Lombard launched her eponymous gallery, continuing a program showcasing artists engaged in cultural, social, and political dialogue.
