OBJECTS OF DESIRE
This month’s LAPADA Art & Antiques Fair showcases the best pieces in the art and antiques world, many never having been presented to the public on the open market before
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TEP INSIDE THE MARQUEE OF THIS year’s LAPADA Art & Antiques Fair and you will find yourself at the epicentre of one of the highlights of London’s social season. Graced by stunning design referencing Old Master still-life paintings, and the beloved song A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square, the marquee will house a wonder- inspiring representation of rare and beautiful antiquities and objets d’art. Celebrating its 10th edition in Berkeley Square this month, the annual fair brings together the very best of Britain’s art and antiques trade. Last year’s event attracted more than 20,000 international visitors through its elegant doors. The fair has grown year on year and is
now firmly positioned as the pre-eminent exhibition of its kind. One of only two events to be presented in Mayfair’s Berkeley Square each year and a stalwart of the London social calendar, LAPADA presents works that appeal to both amateur enthusiasts and distinguished
collectors, with tastes which range from modern to traditional. Over 110 LAPADA members will
showcase an exquisite range of works in Berkeley Square across an array of disciplines – from fine art, furniture and contemporary works to decorative works, jewellery and antiquities. Luminaries with a profound knowledge, skill or interest in the history of art and design will form this year’s Best Stand Selection Committee: chaired by Thomas Marks (editor of Apollo), and LAPADA chairman Lord de Mauley, the panel includes jewellery specialist Joanna Hardy, architect Rabih Hage, design critic Stephen Bayley, arts journalist Kate Gordon, interior designer Sophie Ashby and Aurore Ogden, director of art at The Arts Club.
This year’s event will be the first overseen
by new LAPADA chief executive Freya Simms and fair manager Sophie Wood. Between them, they bring more than 20 years’ experience in the industry, having
worked at Christie’s, the British Luxury Council, and Bloomberg. Freya Simms, LAPADA chief executive, says: “Although new to the role of CEO, I am no stranger to LAPADA and am thrilled to now be behind the scenes at its extraordinary flagship fair, which has become a firm fixture in London’s cultural calendar.” Fair manager Sophie Wood adds: “Taking the reins of this successful fair has been immensely exciting and I can’t wait to see all the planning of our team and our 112 exhibitors come to fruition. “Public anticipation has been running high
too, and I look forward to welcoming our usual broad audience to the fair - however, I confess I am already thinking ahead to next year’s edition.” The LAPADA Art & Antiques Fair Private Preview takes place on September 13 before general admission runs from September 14-19. For more information, visit
www.lapadalondon. com or telephone +44 (0)20 7823 3511
Tailor Ozwald Boateng (second left) and friends
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Sam Loxton of Lucas Rarities at last year’s circus-themed stand
Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes with his wife, Lady Fellowes
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