Next week, TEFAF – The European Fine Art Foundation – returns for its second digital edition. TEFAF Online 2021 takes place between 9 and 13 September, presenting nearly 700 works from more than 260 international exhibitors.
Promising an unmatched digital fair experience, TEFAF Online 2021 will offer high quality artwork for visitors collecting across diverse styles, eras, cultures and media. Each exhibitor will present up to three artworks that tell a single, compelling story when in conversation with one another.
Established in Maastricht in 1988, TEFAF is highly respected for its meticulous vetting standards, and consequently TEFAF exhibitors are recognised as experts in their respective fields and are known for the unrivalled quality of the works they present.
Ahead of next week’s Fair, organisers have selected some highlights, which include:
Aphrodite – Venus Genitrix – 1st century AD, presented by Galerie Chenel, Paris. This splendid Roman sculpture of the goddess of love is striking in its sensuality and the realistic representation of her figure. Formerly in the Pamphilj collection, in the gardens of Villa Pamphilj in Rome, from at least the second half of the 17th century, the work was restored as Euterpe and reported in the same collection in 1850. It will be offered for €1.8 million.
Self Portrait, 1877, by Francesco Paolo Michetti (Italy, 1851- 1929), presented by Antonacci Lapiccirella Fine Art, Italy. In pastel and tempera on paper, this exquisite picture comes from the prestigious Aldo Amelia Ambron Collection.
Corsage Ornament, 1860, from Oscar Massin (France, 1829-1895), presented by Aardewerk Antiquair Juwelier, The Netherlands. A superb example of fashion jewellery in the Late Romantic Era, this corsage of naturalistic violets is made of gold on silver, fully set with rose-cut diamonds.
The ‘Thaler’ presentation jug, 1871, presented by Daatselaar Fine Art & Antiques, Zaltbommel. This presentation jug is a symbol of the unification of Germany and was once a possession of Germany’s first imperial Chancellor Otto von Bismarck.
A Cocktail Ring, circa 1965–70 by René Boivin (1864–1917), presented by Epoque Fine Jewels, Kortrijk. An exceptional example of the sculptural and bold style of the House of René Boivin, until now this 17.04 carat sapphire ring had been held in a private collection.
Choupatte, circa 2014–15, by Claude Lalanne (1925–2019) presented by Ben Brown Fine Arts. One of the artist’s most iconic works, a counterpart is currently displayed in the gardens of the Petit Trianon at the Palace of Versailles.
In addition, curated TEFAF Collections will invite visitors to experience works of art through the perspectives of leading design luminaries, including Pierre Yovanovitch, Amin Jaffer, and Guillaume Kientz, and the latest TEFAF Stories will take visitors inside collectors’ homes, artists’ studios and galleries across the globe.
Also virtual TEFAF Talks hosted by the Financial Times, Apollo Magazine, AAMC, Larry’s List, as well as intimate TEFAF Meet the Experts conversations will offer opportunities to connect with leading experts from the worlds of art, antiquities, design and more.
“TEFAF is about discovery and storytelling. We are excited to bring that spirit to the digital realm with TEFAF Online 2021,” said Charlotte van Leerdam, TEFAF Managing Director. “It is an honour to work with each of our specialty dealers. We cannot wait to take visitors on a digital journey through their vast expertise this September.”
For further information and to register for TEFAF Online 2021, please visit tefaf.com
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Image: Epoque Fine Jewels, René Boivin Cocktail Ring, 1965-70, 18 karat gold, sapphires and diamonds 2.1 x 2 cm (0.8 x 0.7 in.) Copyright: Epoque Fine Jewels, Belgium