"I work on my own for private collectors and commercial galleries."

He works for the city's major auction houses and galleries.

He traveled all over the world to buy pieces for his gallery and private collection.

"Nearly every show was an installation, made for my gallery and never seen anywhere else," she said.

With only 8,000 square feet available for galleries, the museum lacked the space needed to become a major presence.

At the age of 17, Perrotin left school and started working for galleries.

The Modern has not yet determined how much space it might carve out for public galleries.

It was too hard running into New York to look for galleries.

She says she has a different vision and model for her gallery.

Summer hours vary for galleries and should be checked by telephone.