Camel & Rider, from Vanderven & Vandervn. Pic © Leo Hol and Olympia International Art & Antiques Fair, 2008, courtesy of Clarion Arts
Organisers of the UK's largest antiques and art fair expect more than 30,000 buyers, curators and designers to flock to London when it returns to the capital for the 36th year this June.
The Olympia International Art & Antiques fair will be held over ten days at the Grand Hall in Kensington’s Olympia, offering a vast range of pieces from more than 250 galleries, vetted by a team of 200 experts.
A Skandia Lounge Chair from Mullendorf. Pic © Olympia International Art & Antiques Fair, 2008, courtesy of Clarion Arts
Jewellery and rarities specialists Symbolic & Chase, furniture giants Butchoff Antiques, oriental art purveyors Vanderven & Vanderven and Old Masters exhibitors Jean-Luc Baroni are among the star names on display for the 2009 programme, featuring a one-day intensive decorative arts course led by Sotheby’s Institute of Art and a series of day-long events and lectures.
“The June Fair is one of the most renowned fine art and antiques events in the world and we are incredibly excited about what we have planned for 2009,” revealed Director Freya Simms.
A Russian oval occasion table from Pelham Galleries. Pic © Olympia International Art & Antiques Fair, 2008, courtesy of Clarion Arts
“More than 250 of the world’s most prestigious British and international galleries have been carefully selected to exhibit priceless works of art and antiques from their area of expertise. As a result, the Fair offers a rare opportunity to browse and buy from an unparalleled choice of antiques, important art and dazzling jewels.
“With our range of exhibitors, and new events programme already in place, we’re confident the June Fair will be one of the key highlights of the arts calendar this summer.”
Single tickets cost £10 in advance or £14 on the door. Joint tickets cost £18 in advance or £22 on the door. Concessionary tickets cost £8. Visit www.olympiaartsinternational.com for more information.
