30 giugno – 5 luglio 2011, South Grounds, The Royal Hospital Chelsea, Londra

Masterpiece London lanciata nel 2010 si sta ritagliando un suo ruolo nelle tante manifestazioni dedicate al lusso. Gli allestimenti sono curati dall’interior designer di fama mondiale Rose Tarlow. Fino al 5 luglio questo nuovo format di fiera sarà ospitato negli spazi di South Grounds, The Royal Hospital Chelsea, Londra.  Con una selezione dei pezzi migliori per i collezionisti del lusso.  Oltre 150 gli espositori da tutto li mondo gli italiani sono: Francesca Antonacci, Roma insieme a Damiano Lapiccirella, Firenze; Paolo Antonacci, Roma; Alessandra Di Castro, ; Moretti Fine Art, Firenze, Londra, New York; Robilant + Voena Milano, Londra e Galleria Carlo Orsi, Milano. A corollario della manifestazione, una serie di concerti di musica classica con il direttore d’orchestra Peter Manning, incontri sullo stile di vita e la cucina di Harry’s Bar, Le Caprice e Mount Street Deli tutto a rendere più piacevole la visita alla fiera londinese.

Alcuni highlights:

 

– Hancocks espone un raro braccialetto Deco nello stile ‘Tutti Frutti’ disegnato come una fascia di fogliame impreziosito da rubini e zaffiri intagliati a foglia, oltre a questo smeraldi, piccole perle di onice e un pave di brillanti. Sempre di brillanti ma con un pave di diamanti e onice ‘dent-de-loup’  un altro modello a fibbia con fermaglio di Cartier, del 1928.

– serie di teste in ceramica dal noto ceramista giapponese Takahiro Kondo da Adrian Sassoon.  Le teste fanno parte di una lunga serie che si basano sulla testa dell’artista. Hanno una preziosa base metallizzata che ne illumina la superficie e i colori.

 

–Osborne Samuel presenta una piccola scultura: Donna reclinata di Henry Moore del 1981 realizzata in bronzo, edition di 9, che misura 8.5 x 24 x 12 cm.

– Rolls-Royce mette in mostra una Phantom Drophead Coupé di colore Mustique Blue (un nuovissimo colore acceso e vibrante) con interni in contrasto navy e madreperla, guarnizioni navy, tappetini in seta navy così anche per il cofano.

In the glove box Asprey’s are retrofitting a Rolls-Royce humidor into a cufflink and earring box and under the boot will be the travel jewellery box also being designed and built by Asprey’s. There will also be a set of Navy luggage that goes with the car

– A set of four George II Wine coolers, Silver-gilt, London 1769, Maker’s mark of Thomas Heming. Each with ram’s head handles and engraved with a coat-of-arms to be exhibited by Koopman Rare Art

– A monumental pair of pagodas (3m high!) made in circa 1880 will be showcased by Wick Antiques/Billiard Room Ltd. The fusion of Eastern opulence with French craftsmanship is a prime example of the “Orientalist movement” which swept through Europe at the end of the 19th century

– The Cadamosto Portolan Atlas from 1597 with a price tag of around £1.4m to be exhibited by The Map House London

 

MASTERPIECE LONDON 2011 SET TO TAKE THE WORLD BY STORM

 

Hailed by Sir Roger Moore as “breathtaking in its execution” and crowned “by far the very best fair I have ever been to” by globally-renowned interior designer Rose Tarlow in its inaugural year, Masterpiece London, a fair showcasing the best of the best in art, antiques and contemporary design is now gearing up for its second fair set to take place from 30 June – 5 July 2011 (with a Preview on 29 June). With a flurry of exhibitors clambering to secure a space at the 2011 event, the Organisers have announced they are moving to the South Grounds, The Royal Hospital Chelsea, London SW3 to accommodate in the region of 150 exhibitors.

The move to South Grounds, The Royal Hospital Chelsea, London SW3

 

Nicola Winwood, Fair Director says, “We are delighted planning permission has been granted for Masterpiece London 2011 to be held at the South Grounds of The Royal Hospital Chelsea, London SW3.  It allows us to increase the number of exhibitors who can take part enhancing the enjoyment for our visitors. Since Masterpiece London unveiled its plans in July 2009, the response to this pioneering concept has been overwhelmingly positive from dealers and exhibitors, collectors, the media and this year’s fair visitors.  The Royal Hospital Chelsea buildings and grounds are the ultimate masterpiece – making it the ideal venue for London’s newest fair.”

Peter Currie, Lieutenant Governor, of the Royal Hospital Chelsea said “We are very much looking forward to working with Masterpiece London in 2011 and beyond.  We believe it will prove to be extremely beneficial to the local community in Chelsea, to London more generally and to the Royal Hospital itself.”

Thomas Woodham-Smith, Chairman and one of the founders of Masterpiece London, plans to concentrate on strategically growing and driving the 2011 fair as an internationally-renowned event in consultation with the Masterpiece Board and Fair Director, Nicola Winwood. Thomas is stepping down from his role as Managing Director of Mallett Antiques London to focus on the strategic expansion of the Masterpiece brand but will continue to act as a consultant to company.

Exhibitor Update

 

Masterpiece London sets itself apart from other fairs by incorporating premium collectors’ items from brands across a range of disciplines. The response from 2010 exhibitors was unprecedented and those confirmed to return include Dickinson, Vanderven & Vanderven, and A La Vieille Russie. New names include Noortman Master Paintings, Marlborough Fine Art, Daniel Katz Ltd and Rolls-Royce.

Charity

Masterpiece London has also announced it will be supporting CLIC Sargent, the UK’s leading cancer charity for children and young people which provides clinical, practical and emotional support for young cancer patients and their families, from diagnosis onwards. A Charity Party will take place within the fair on Thursday 30 June from 19.00. Lady Helen Taylor, CLIC Sargent Ambassador, says, “Masterpiece London was a resounding success when it launched earlier this year, so we’re thrilled it has selected CLIC Sargent as the beneficiary of its Charity Party in 2011. With the support and generosity of guests at the event, we hope to raise a significant amount of money so CLIC Sargent can make a real difference to the lives of children and young people with cancer.”

Masterpiece London, which attracted over 18,000 visitors in 2010, provides a premium cultural experience for  local London residents, and UK and international visitors on a scale that no other art, antiques and contemporary design fair does and its new home in 2011 will allow even more people to enjoy some of the world’s finest pieces.

Ends
For more information please contact the Masterpiece London team Libby Hickman, Caroline Reincke, Sally Alexander or Sally Martin at Focus PR by email: pr@masterpiecefair.com, or on tel: 020 7845 6600
For more information about CLIC Sargent please contact Elana McIntyre by email:elana.mcintyre@clicsargent.org.uk, or on tel: 020 8752 2833. Outside office hours please             tel:  0844 848 1189. www.clicsargent.org.uk
For more information about the Royal Hospital Chelsea please contact Joanna Dodd at Lawson Dodd by email: joanna.dodd@lawsondodd.co.uk, or on tel: 020 7535 1355. www.chelsea-pensioners.co.uk/

orecchini di turchesi e diamanti montati in oro,
Van Cleef & Arpels, courtesy Epoque Fine Jewels

 

The Royal Hospital Chelsea

 

The Chelsea Pensioners

 

The Royal Hospital Chelsea was founded in 1682 by King Charles II to provide for old and injured soldiers.  Today it is home to approximately 300 Pensioners and provides a stimulating living environment for its residents.  Men and women are eligible to become Chelsea Pensioners if they have served as soldiers in the British Army, are over 65 years of age and have no dependents.  On entry residents surrender their military pension and any War Disability Pension they may have been entitled to.  The average Pensioner is 83 years old.
For more information visit www.chelsea-pensioners.co.uk

Chelsea Pensioners’ Appeal

The Royal Hospital Chelsea launched the Chelsea Pensioners’ Appeal in 2004 to fund the biggest development campaign in its history. The first phase of this was The Margaret Thatcher Infirmary, which opened in March 2009. The infirmary’s facilities include state of the art wards for nursing and palliative care, as well as a gym and the Royal Hospital’s own surgery.
The modernisation of the Royal Hospital Chelsea has now entered its third phase – the upgrade of the famous Long Wards, which were designed by Sir Christopher Wren.
On 10 June this year, Founder’s Day, HRH The Duke of Gloucester KG opened 34 en-suite study bedrooms.  The final stage will result in the renovation of a further 220 rooms.  To achieve this, the Royal Hospital must raise a further £30 million.

Media Information about Royal Hospital Chelsea
For further media information please contact Ollie Lash-Williams or Gemma Shaw at Lawson Dodd, 020 7535 1355, ollie.lash-williams@lawsondodd.co.uk, gemma.shaw@lawsondodd.co.uk

Masterpiece London is a must-have diary date: 10 reasons why

Summer is almost here and we’re all busily putting the must-do events of the season in our diaries. One event not to be missed is the much acclaimed Masterpiece London, which takes place from 30 June – 5 July 2011, with a Preview on 29 June, on the South Grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea. Guaranteed to be one of the best days out of the season, Masterpiece London showcases the best of the best in fine and decorative arts with contemporary collectors’ items. So whether it’s beautiful jewellery, classic cars, fine wines, ancient maps, exquisite paintings, modern sculptures or sporting memorabilia that get you fired up, here are ten reasons why you should firmly mark the date in your diary and purchase your ticket to Masterpiece London today:

You don’t have to have deep pockets to attend the fair
If you are someone who enjoys the finer things in life but might not have the bank balance to match, at only £20 a ticket Masterpiece London offers an unparalleled and unforgettable day out for everyone, from those who aspire to own a Masterpiece and those who want to add to their existing collection.

 

Once in a lifetime chance to see jewels from JAR
His shop in Paris is only ever open to the jet set and there’s no window through which to ogle his astounding creations. We’re talking about JAR – the world famous contemporary jewellery designer who’s much lusted-after creations will be at Masterpiece London for the first time along with his range of perfumes. This really is a once in a lifetime opportunity to experience some of the best in contemporary jewels and niche fragrances and is worth the cost of the entrance ticket alone.

Touch, see, and experience everything first hand
Whilst the Masterpieces at the fair are exquisite, you are invited to touch, sit in, wear, and get up close to all the pieces on display. A one of a kind fair, Masterpiece London is about providing you with a memorable experience which you will cherish and be inspired by. So, if you have ever wanted to get within an inch of a renaissance masterpiece, try on jewellery from famous artists such as Picasso and Lam, or see an original hand-drawn Portolan Atlas from an explorer who discovered the Cape Verde Islands, then now is your chance.

Experience a world-first for classical music
Masterpiece London will host a never-before-seen musical spectacle performed by The Manning Camerata on the evening of Saturday 2 July 2011. Promising to be awe-inspiring, this will be the world’s first-ever ‘chamber soundscape’, uniting some of the world’s best musicians from Russia, Japan and the UK in the form of three string quartets and one larger string group playing globally renowned Stradivarius instruments. Each quartet will be positioned at different points around the Fair and conducted remotely via a revolutionary video link by renowned Artistic Director Peter Manning.

Your chance to sit in a Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupé
Now’s your chance to experience the opulent luxury of a Rolls-Royce – crafted exclusively for Masterpiece London.  Highly bespoke, the Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupé is presented in Mustique Blue (a new, bright and vibrant colour) with seashell and navy contrast interior, navy piping, navy silk rugs and a navy hood. Inside the glove compartment, Asprey’s has crafted a Rolls-Royce humidor into a cufflink and earring box. Navy luggage completes this truly modern masterpiece, a car that surely represents the ultimate in romantic getaways.

Dine at Le Caprice, Harry’s Bar or The Mount Street Deli
Masterpiece London has teamed up with Urban Caprice, the prestigious event production and catering company, to offer its visitors the very best in food and beverage whilst appreciating awe-inspiring art, antiques and contemporary collectors’ items. Serving an all-day dining menu, Le Caprice, one of the most iconic London restaurants famed for its classic British, European and American favourites, is offering the opportunity to enjoy the quality and excellence of its cuisine at the fair. In addition, the world-famous club Harry’s Bar, will be serving its trademark Bellini at its elegant central bar. You can also enjoy breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea or a light evening meal at The Mount Street Deli, which specialises in seasonal produce sourced from Italy and the British Isles.

Expand your horizons with Masterpiece London’s lecture series
Whether you are an art aficionado or simply keen to learn more about the finer things in life, Masterpiece London has a series of lectures to meet your needs. A lunchtime lecture series will be hosted by the curators and conservators of the renowned Wallace Collection and a series of evening addresses will be given by the likes of The Savoy, Ruinart Champagne and Louis XIII cognac. So whether you are keen to learn more about the history of key masterpieces and the mastery of collecting in the 18th and 19th centuries, or want to sample Louis XIII cognac and Ruinart Champagne there’s guaranteed to be something to fascinate and inspire you.

See one of the world’s finest feats in watch making up close
Luxury watch maker Vacheron Constantin will be bringing its world famous Chagall watch to Masterpiece London. This amazing tribute to artist Marc Chagall features as an exact replica of the monumental mural he painted on the ceiling of the Opera Garnier’s (Paris’s opera house) ceiling. Having launched the watch in Paris in November 2010, this will be the first time ever the watch has been seen in the UK.

See photographs by acclaimed Annie Leibovitz
There are more photography dealers at this year’s Masterpiece London showing a vast array of photographs from different eras. One highlight includes an image of HRH Queen Elizabeth II by renowned American portrait photographer Annie Leibovitz. This spectacular image is for sale through Hamiltons Gallery.

Meet world class experts in their fields
From British portraiture expert Philip Mould OBE and Tim Jefferies to Geoffrey Munn (the maker of the Duchess of Cambridge’s wedding ring) and David Linley, Masterpiece London will be home for one week only to some of the world’s most brilliant minds in art, antiques, classic cars, wine, ceramics, and jewellery, to name but a few.   This is your chance to meet and learn from experts in their field first-hand.

All in all it is one event this summer not to be missed, so to purchase London’s hottest ticket this summer visit the official website www.masterpiecefair.com, today.

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Lecture Series at Masterpiece London 2011

Giovanni Antonio Canal Canaletto, (Venezia 1697 – 1798),
La ciusa a Dolo, olio su tela, 31 x 45 cm,
courtesy Robilant + Voena, Milano/Londra

HARRY’S BAR, LE CAPRICE AND THE MOUNT STREET DELI TO FEATURE FOR ONE WEEK
AT MASTERPIECE LONDON COURTESY OF URBAN CAPRICE

 

Le Caprice, one of the most iconic London restaurants famed for its classic British, European and American favourites, is opening its doors for one week only at this year’s Masterpiece London, which takes place from 30 June – 5 July 2011, with a Preview on 29 June. Serving an all-day dining menu, Le Caprice is offering a one-off opportunity to enjoy the quality and excellence of its cuisine whilst appreciating the best of the best from over 150 dealers from around the world at Masterpiece London.

In addition to the menu offerings of Le Caprice, the world-famous club Harry’s Bar, will be serving the trademark Bellini at its elegant 30 metre bar. Renowned for being one of the most exclusive private members’ clubs in London, Harry’s Bar is lending its signature Italian charm to the UK’s leading art, antiques and contemporary design fair. Patrons of Masterpiece London may also sample breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea or dinner from The Mount Street Deli, which specialises in seasonal produce sourced from Italy and the British Isles.

Urban Caprice, the prestigious event production and catering company, will deliver the food and atmosphere of Le Caprice, Harry’s Bar and The Mount Street Deli at Masterpiece London.  Laura Harper Hinton, Director of Urban Caprice said: “We are very pleased to be able to bring some of our most esteemed restaurants and clubs to Masterpiece London.  Our carefully selected menus will offer the absolute finest in food and drink to visitors of the fair.”

Nicola Winwood, Fair Director of Masterpiece London said: “We are delighted to be working with Urban Caprice again this year.  We are committed to providing the ultimate experience for our visitors and fine dining is an essential part of this. The culinary masterpieces provided by Urban Caprice are guaranteed to wow.”

Bookings for Le Caprice at Masterpiece London 2011 can be made from 16 May 2011 by visiting: www.masterpiecefair.com.

Urban Caprice is the event production and catering arm of the Caprice Holdings group.  It is the only company to offer an all-encompassing catering and production service in the UK, presenting classic and creative catering options as well as bespoke event design, production and project management services. From its base in London, its customised service can operate on a national and international scale, providing all stages from kitchen to design, production, styling and management.  Urban Caprice regularly delivers the food and atmosphere of any of the Caprice Holdings restaurants to an external venue, client home or full scale pop-up restaurant, or can conceive and produce entirely unique events.  www.urbancaprice.co.uk

informazioni utili:

Masterpiece London 2011

Masterpiece London showcases the very best in fine and decorative arts with contemporary collectors’ items such as classic cars, fine wines and contemporary design

 

South Grounds

The Royal Hospital Chelsea

London SW3

 

2011 Opening Times:
PREVIEW
Wednesday 29 June, 11.00-22.00

Open to the public:
Thursday 30 June, 11.00-18.00 followed by Masterpiece Midsummer Party in support of CLIC Sargent at 19.00
Friday 1 July – Tuesday 5 July, 11.00-21.00
2011 Ticket Prices:
Preview Ticket: £100 per person – limited availability
Public Ticket: £20 per person
Masterpiece Midsummer Party in support of CLIC Sargent: £150 per person
2011 Box Office Details:
Tickets can be purchased online at www.masterpiecefair.com or by telephone on +44 (0)20 7499 7470.
Tickets to the Charity Party can be purchased by calling +44 (0)20 8752 2883 or emailingmasterpiece@clicsargent.org.uk.
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