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Regarded as the world’s leading art fair, TEFAF sets the standard for excellence in the art market. TEFAF New York: May 15–19 (May 14 by invitation)
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TEFAF New York returns to the historic Park Avenue Armory from May 15–19, 2026 (May 14 by invitation) for a highly anticipated edition of the fair. Discover an exceptional selection of modern and contemporary art, design, antiquities and jewelry, presented by 88 leading international exhibitors. Book your tickets, explore the exhibitor list and plan your visit at TEFAF.com or via the link in bio. We look forward to welcoming you to TEFAF New York this May. TEFAF New York May 15–19 (May 14 by invitation) Global Lead Partner: AXA XL New York Lead Partner: @BankofAmerica #TEFAF #TEFAFNewYork
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TEFAF Maastricht 2026 opened its doors to the public earlier today for another outstanding edition of the fair. Discover 277 world-renowned exhibitors showcasing the finest in art, antiques, design, jewelry and more. Visit daily from 11AM to 7PM through March 19. Alongside extraordinary artworks, enjoy a variety of culinary experiences and a dynamic program of talks and events. Plan your visit and book your ticket via the link in bio. TEFAF Maastricht 14–19 March 2026 Global Lead Partner: AXA XL Video by Surrender Pictures. #TEFAF #TEFAFMaastricht
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Currently on view at TEFAF New York 2026, @DemischDanant presents an exceptional tapestry by pioneering artist Sheila Hicks. Renowned as one of the leading figures in fiber art, Hicks has spent decades redefining the possibilities of textile-based practice through her exploration of color, texture, and form. Trained at Yale under Josef Albers, the artist developed a distinctly painterly approach to fiber, creating works that move fluidly between art, design, and architecture. This monumental tapestry from 1981 is remarkable for its scale, richness of color, and sculptural presence. Twisted lines of fiber create a composition that feels at once soft and geometric, reflecting the enduring innovation of Hicks’s practice. Discover this work and more at TEFAF New York, until Tuesday May 19. Sheila Hicks "Untitled" 1981 Mixed media tapestry © Pictoright 2026 TEFAF New York May 15–19 Global Lead Partner: AXA XL New York Lead Partner: @BankofAmerica Photos by Jitske Nap. #TEFAF #TEFAFNewYork
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During the first public day of TEFAF New York, visitors explored the exceptional presentations on view across modern and contemporary art, jewelry, antiquities, and design. Among the highlights at the fair is Yayoi Kusama’s "Dots Obsession", presented by @VanDeWegheFineArt . Since the late 1950s, Kusama has transformed psychological intensity into immersive visual languages defined by repetition and accumulation. Her iconic polka dots and infinite patterns dissolve the boundaries between self and cosmos, turning personal obsession into a universal experience. Presented at TEFAF New York, "Dots Obsession" reflects the enduring significance of Kusama’s visionary practice and her continued influence on contemporary art. Explore more highlights from the fair via the link in bio. TEFAF New York May 15–19 Global Lead Partner: AXA XL New York Lead Partner: @BankofAmerica Yayoi Kusama "Dots Obsession" 2004 Acrylic on canvas Photo by Vincent Tullo. #TEFAF #TEFAFNewYork
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TEFAF New York has officially opened its doors! Join us from today through Tuesday, May 19, at the Park Avenue Armory to discover exceptional exhibitor presentations spanning modern and contemporary art, jewelry, antiquities, and design. Plan your visit and book your ticket today at TEFAF.com. TEFAF New York May 15–19 Global Lead Partner: AXA XL New York Lead Partner: @BankofAmerica Video by Surrender Pictures. #TEFAF #TEFAFNewYork
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Ahead of tomorrow’s public opening, discover a preview of the exceptional works on view at TEFAF New York, including this striking sculpture presented by @Gagosian . Gagosian showcases the latest additions to Kathleen Ryan’s "Bad Fruit" series, in which enlarged, decaying fruit forms are transformed through intricate surfaces of gems and semiprecious stones. In "Bad Cherries", salvaged materials, pearls, opals, and crystals are meticulously fixed by hand to create a work of remarkable color, texture, and surface tension, resulting in a work that is at once humorous, seductive, and poignant in its meditation on beauty and decay. Explore all highlights from TEFAF New York via the link in bio. TEFAF New York May 15–19 (May 14 by invitation) Global Lead Partner: AXA XL New York Lead Partner: @BankofAmerica Kathleen Ryan Bad Cherries (Princess) 2026 Photo by Jitske Nap. #TEFAF #TEFAFNewYork
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With vetting nearly complete, TEFAF New York prepares to open its doors for the exclusive preview ahead of tomorrow’s public opening. Join us to discover exceptional works spanning contemporary art, jewelry, antiquities, and design, presented by the world’s leading dealers. Purchase your tickets and find everything you need to know about the fair at TEFAF.com. TEFAF New York May 15–19 (May 14 by invitation) Global Lead Partner: AXA XL New York Lead Partner: @BankofAmerica Photos by Jitske Nap. #TEFAF #TEFAFNewYork
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Final preparations are under way as TEFAF New York prepares to open its doors to the public on May 15. Among the works that will be presented at the fair is a dramatic, large-scale oil painting by Pierre Soulages, showcased by @WaddingtonCustot . Soulages first developed unified linear compositions in the late 1940s, and by 1958 he was creating complex, translucent color effects by scraping away layers of impasto, modulating the lustre and texture of his paint to produce a striking range of surfaces and tonal variations. This painting is a strong example of that approach. Broad, interlocking bars of gleaming black are dragged vertically and horizontally across a shimmering field of dark grey, itself pulled like a curtain over a pale gold ground. The weighty lattice of glossy black beams creates an imposing yet delicately balanced form, reminiscent of a character from Japanese script. Swathes of dark, lacquer-like pigment are offset by passages drawn into lyrical translucency. Explore this work and more at TEFAF New York, opening this Friday. TEFAF New York May 15–19 (May 14 by invitation) Global Lead Partner: AXA XL New York Lead Partner: @BankofAmerica Pierre Soulages "Pierre Peinture 162 x 114 cm, 29 août 1958" 1958 Oil on canvas © Pierres Soulages / Pictoright 2026 #TEFAF #TEFAFNewYork
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To be presented by @GalerieMariaWettergren at TEFAF New York this week, Camilla Moberg’s "Green Treasure II" is handcrafted in blown glass in Nuutajärvi, Finland’s oldest glassmaking village. The luminescent sculpture draws inspiration from the iridescent colors and patterns of insects and birds, celebrating their beauty while reflecting on the fragility of biodiversity. Placing stones in formation is an ancient means of communication, used to greet, warn, advise, guide, and deliver important messages. Its luminous, stacked forms evoke a totem-like balance, symbolizing the delicate equilibrium between nature’s resilience and its urgent need for preservation. The work reminds us not to forget the small, often unseen forms of life that are nonetheless essential to our world. Explore this work and more at TEFAF New York via the link in bio. TEFAF New York May 15–19 (May 14 by invitation) Global Lead Partner: AXA XL New York Lead Partner: @BankofAmerica Camilla Moberg "Green Treasure II" 2025 Handblown glass, aluminium, steel, acrylic, silicone, LED Photo courtesy of Chikako Harada. #TEFAF #TEFAFNewYork
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The countdown is on for TEFAF New York! The highly anticipated 2026 edition opens this week at the historic Park Avenue Armory. Discover this year’s exhibitors, explore the dynamic program, and secure your tickets at TEFAF.com. TEFAF New York May 15–19 (May 14 by invitation) Global Lead Partner: AXA XL New York Lead Partner: @BankofAmerica Photo by Vincent Tullo #TEFAF #TEFAFNewYork
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World Monuments Fund is proud to join @TEFAF New York as a Benefit Partner!   For over 60 years, WMF has worked with local communities to safeguard irreplaceable cultural heritage around the world.   From medieval masterpieces in Ani, Türkiye to the legendary moai on Rapa Nui, Chile, explore WMF’s heritage conservation work with its inaugural TEFAF New York presentation.   Visit booth 105 at the @parkavearmory to learn more.   TEFAF New York  May 15–19, 2026 (May 14 by invitation only)  Global Lead Partner: AXA  New York Lead Partner: Bank of America
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Among the remarkable works coming to TEFAF New York next week is "The Hour Glass" by Shahzia Sikander, presented by @SeanKellyGallery . Shahzia Sikander is one of the foremost artists of her generation who has been recognized for her ability to animate South Asian visual histories through a contemporary perspective. In The Hour Glass, the artist returns to a motif she conceived in the early 90s while a student at the Rhode Island School of Design. These floating figures appear with root-like forms instead of arms and legs and embody what Sikander calls “Migrant Love.” Rendered in mosaic, these figures hold multiple meanings, often affirming how women, deeply rooted in their identities and cultural heritage, cannot be easily uprooted or silenced. The lotus, another recurring motif in Sikander’s work, is also evident as a form that can signify humility, spiritual awakening, and love across many cultures. Discover this work and more at TEFAF New York, May 15–19. TEFAF New York May 15–19 (May 14 by invitation) Global Lead Partner: AXA XL New York Lead Partner: @BankofAmerica Shahzia Sikander "The Hour Glass" 2025 Glass mosaic with patinated brass frame © Shahzia Sikander. Photo by: Dheurle Photography Courtesy the artist and Sean Kelly, New York #TEFAF #TEFAFNewYork
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