The LAPADA Art & Antiques Fair Berkeley Square has quickly earned its reputation as one of the UK's leading art and antiques events. Now in its fourth year, it opens from Wednesday 19th to Sunday 23rd September 2012, in the heart of Mayfair.
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Omega watch at Anthony Green
The Fair has a diverse array of fine art, design and exceptional objects of all periods from the ancient to the contemporary. It is an elegant occasion at which to buy modern and contemporary art, Old Master paintings and drawings, wearable and important jewellery, fine English and Continental furniture, silver, sculpture and specialities such as antique clocks, vintage wristwatches, marine art, aeronautica, rugs and textiles. Works span ancient Chinese jade carvings to masterful paintings by Fragonard and JMW Turner, or jewels of the jazz age by Van Cleef & Arpels and Omega.
Wimpole Antiques Edwardian diamond enamel pendant
Around 95 of the UK's most respected and experienced art and antiques dealers exhibit; as members of LAPADA they abide by a strict consumer Code of Practice. Every item for sale is examined and vetted to ensure authenticity as well as quality, providing peace of mind for customers.
Freshfords Regency centre table
Enjoy fine dining and a champagne terrace overlooking Berkeley Square. Visit www.lapadalondon.com for full information including opening times.
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