Dia Art Foundation and Chanel host gala honoring Steve McQueen and Roni Horn
The Dia Art Foundation and Chanel reunited on Monday evening for their annual Fall Night event in Chelsea to honor artists Steve McQueen and Roni Horn.
Guests attended the cocktail reception
Approximately 400 guests moved from an exhibit by David Lamelas to a candlelit dinner. Chanel creative director Matthieu Blazy co-chaired the nonprofit event alongside artists Carrie Mae Weems and Rosemarie Trockel. Sofia Coppola and Marion Cotillard were among those who raised a glass for the honorees.
Speakers paid tribute to honorees
Artist Matthew Barney gave a spoken-word tribute to Roni Horn from the stage. He described her as a brilliant comedian, poet, and close friend during his remarks. Later in the evening, musician and poet Me performed an homage to Steve McQueen.
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