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Frieze Masters: Out with the New, In with the Old

Published on , by Mala Yamey

While the contemporary art market has already had its moment last month, the modern and old masters and the antiques receive fresh reception at Frieze Masters 2021.

Christo, Wrapped Painting, 1968, with The Veil of Saint Veronica by Francisco De... Frieze Masters: Out with the New, In with the Old

Christo, Wrapped Painting, 1968, with The Veil of Saint Veronica by Francisco De Zurbarán and Workshop.
Courtesy of Colnaghi Gallery

Frieze Masters is dedicated to both Modern and Old Masters but for many of the Old Master dealers this is the first physical fair they’ve been able to attend since TEFAF Maastricht in 2020, which famously closed early with an exhibitor infected with Covid. The dealers, collectors and art world milieu seemed very happy to be reunited and the atmosphere was invigorating. At opening time on the second day, there was a calm yet excitable atmosphere with booths offering up unique delights…
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