TEFAF New York is currently running at the Park Avenue Armory through May 13, 2025, drawing large crowds with its cross-category approach spanning fine art, jewelry, design, and antiquities. The article highlights six standout pieces from the fair, including Judy Kensley McKie's animal-motif furniture at Delorenzo Gallery, Zaha Hadid's 'Liquid Glacial' coffee table at David Gill Gallery, and Indigenous Australian artist Mantua Nangala's dot paintings at Salon 94. Other notable works include Camilla Moberg's glass sculpture 'Goldie' at Galerie Maria Wettergren, Etienne Henri Martin's mid-century lounge chairs at Demisch Danant, and Robert Cottingham's painting 'Meat Counter' at Galerie Georges-Philippe and Nathalie Vallois.
The fair matters because TEFAF New York has become a key destination during New York Art Week, offering a curated alternative to larger contemporary art fairs by emphasizing historical depth and cross-collecting. The inclusion of Indigenous Australian art reflects a growing international market interest, while the mix of design, furniture, and fine art underscores the blurring boundaries between these categories. The selection also highlights how established and emerging designers and artists are being presented in a museum-quality context, influencing collecting trends and market attention.