Masterpiece London

Masterpiece London is “The Unmissable Art Fair”, the world’s leading cross-collecting fair, which takes place at the Royal Hospital Chelsea. Since its creation in 2010, it is the not-to-be missed art fair of the London summer. Masterpiece brings together many of the world’s distinguished art dealerships. With Old Masters paintings, sculpture, ceramic, design, furniture, jewelry from Antiquity to the present day, Masterpiece London does not settle for a single discipline. It follows a will of cross-collecting through 6.000 years of art history and more than 160 international exhibitors. 

MCH Group has canceled London’s Masterpiece 2023 edition, citing high costs and fewer international dealers. The company said that it is still “considering future options for the Masterpiece brand and will share further information in due course.”

Info Masterpiece London

Location

Royal Hospital Chelsea
London SW3 4LW
United Kingdom

Dates

No Further edition announced

Entrance Fee

General Admission: £45
Repeated Access: £60
Preview Day: £145
VIP Ticket: £245

Mediums
Painting
Furniture
Ceramic
Jewelry
Sculpture…
Art Periods

Antique
Modern
Contemporary
Primitive

Contact

contact@masterpiecefair.com
+44 (0)20 7499 7470
Website

Ceramic Brussels

Insights Masterpiece London

Lee Cavaliere

Lucie Kitchener

CEO of Masterpiece London

What would you say is the DNA of Masterpiece London?

Founded in 2010, Masterpiece London has established itself as one of the world’s leading cross-collecting fairs, offering the finest works of art, design, furniture and jewellery, from antiquity to the present day. Rather than grouping our exhibitors by the kind of objects they present, we carefully integrate them, demonstrating how different works of art can be combined in a stimulating way and introducing visitors to disciplines and periods of art, they might not be familiar with. The fair provides an opportunity for new and established collectors to discover beautiful museum quality works for sale from over 140 international exhibitors.

What type of galleries are chosen to exhibit, and why?

Galleries and dealers come from across the world and represent every market discipline. Our exhibitors are experts in their field, bringing with them quality works and specialist knowledge, presenting everything from newly commissioned contemporary artwork to objects from antiquity. The fair offers exhibitors the opportunity to meet established collectors, museum curators and those just beginning their collections at the centre of one of the most important cities for art and design.

What is the price range of pieces? Who is the average buyer?

With such a breadth of discipline and objects offered at the fair, prices range from a few hundred to seven figure sums. Every object is checked by Masterpiece’s experienced vetting team ensuring only the highest quality of original works are on display, and giving collectors complete assurance in the items they view and buy. We also encourage our exhibitors to display prices on their stands, creating a transparency and accessibility that invites everyone from younger collectors to internationally renowned museums to buy with confidence.

“Masterpiece London has established itself as one of the world’s leading cross-collecting fairs”

VOLTA Basel

Masterpiece London © Lux Magazine

Who is the typical attendee of Masterpiece London?

With so much on display, Masterpiece attracts not only international collectors and art world connoisseurs but also students and academics, those just starting their collections, visitors looking to enjoy the curated booths and welcoming atmosphere as well as children taking part in one of our Family Day tours.

What makes Masterpiece London so special?

Along with leading exhibitors, Masterpiece presents a programme of talks and engaging educational workshops. We also host London’s best restaurants, from The Ivy to Le Caprice as well as a Perrier-Jouët Champagne Terrace, and hold a curated Sculpture Series in addition to our innovative exhibition platform: Masterpiece Presents. All of this combined with our cross-collecting ethos and display of exceptional works of art makes Masterpiece a unique cultural experience.

What are two other art fairs you would suggest?

Fine Art Asia is the leading fine art fair in Asia and they share our cross collecting philosophy but with a focus on Asian art and antiques. In 2019, we  participate in the fair with Masterpiece Pavilion – it was a privilege to have been part of this great event and a great opportunity to showcase our ethos.
Art Basel in Basel will have its 50th edition in 2020 and their Unlimited section always features exciting works from important international artists.

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@robilantvoenagallery at @tefaf Maastricht 2024. @stanislas.mf presents an incredible Magdalene by Artemisia Gentileschi.

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Landau Fine Art at @tefaf Maastricht 2024. Founder Jennifer Landau presents a masterpiece by Vassily Kandinsky from 1910.

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Landau Fine Art at @tefaf Maastricht 2024. Founder Jennifer Landau presents a masterpiece by Vassily Kandinsky from 1910.

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In conversation with Touria el Glaoui, the founder of @154artfair. She discusses the evolution of 1-54, the art fair dedicated to contemporary African art. Since its inception in London in 2013, 1-54 has expanded globally to New York, Marrakech, and Hong Kong, aiming to increase visibility for African and diaspora artists. This growth highlights 1-54’s commitment to promoting cultural exchange and showcasing the diversity of African artistic talent on the world stage.
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@telglaoui 

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In conversation with Touria el Glaoui, the founder of @154artfair. She discusses the evolution of 1-54, the art fair dedicated to contemporary African art. Since its inception in London in 2013, 1-54 has expanded globally to New York, Marrakech, and Hong Kong, aiming to increase visibility for African and diaspora artists. This growth highlights 1-54’s commitment to promoting cultural exchange and showcasing the diversity of African artistic talent on the world stage.
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@telglaoui

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@galerielucasratton at @tefaf Maastricht 2024. Founder @lucas_ratton presents a Dan figure from Ivory Coast, late 19th century, early 20th century.

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@galerielucasratton at @tefaf Maastricht 2024. Founder @lucas_ratton presents a Dan figure from Ivory Coast, late 19th century, early 20th century.

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@danielkatzgallery at @tefaf Maastricht 2024. Director Tom Davies presents a polychromatic limestone head of The Virgin, from circa 1400.

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• Robilant+Voena: London, Milan, Paris, NYC
@robilantvoenagallery
• Galerie Lucas Ratton: Paris
@galerielucasratton
• Landau Fine Art: Montreal
• Daniel Katz: London
@danielkatzgallery

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Thank you @studioguillaumebenoit for filming 🙏

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@waddingtoncustot at @tefaf Maastricht 2024 is definitely a must see booth! It features some exquise pieces of some of the greatest modern and contemporary masters: Pierre Soulages, Picasso, Hans Hartung, Bernar Venet, Barry Flanagan, Odilon Redon, and more!
Make sure to stop by if you are at TEFAF!

Thank you @studioguillaumebenoit for filming 🙏

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@tefaf Maastricht 2024 is clearly my « home fair » as I’ve been part of it both behind the scene and as a visitor for the past 14 years! I share with you my personal not-to-be-missed spots!

• @galerie.chenel 
• @tomasso.art 
• @rafaelvallsgallery 
•.@seankellygallery 
• @vancleefarpels 
• @friedman_benda 
• @galeriekugel 

Green booth where I’m seated: @lucaburzio 🤩

Thank you @studioguillaumebenoit for filming 🙏🏻 

#tefaf #tefafmaastricht #tefaf2024 #vancleefarpels #artlovers #artcollector #tefafmaastricht2024 #designfurniture

@tefaf Maastricht 2024 is clearly my « home fair » as I’ve been part of it both behind the scene and as a visitor for the past 14 years! I share with you my personal not-to-be-missed spots!

• @galerie.chenel
• @tomasso.art
• @rafaelvallsgallery
•.@seankellygallery
• @vancleefarpels
• @friedman_benda
• @galeriekugel

Green booth where I’m seated: @lucaburzio 🤩

Thank you @studioguillaumebenoit for filming 🙏🏻

#tefaf #tefafmaastricht #tefaf2024 #vancleefarpels #artlovers #artcollector #tefafmaastricht2024 #designfurniture
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@andrehnschiptjenko at @artdubai 2024. Co-founder @cileneandrehn presents a painting by @corneliabaltes.

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@andrehnschiptjenko at @artdubai 2024. Co-founder @cileneandrehn presents a painting by @corneliabaltes.

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