Eskenazi, Chinese art gallery in Mayfair, London, United Kingdom
Eskenazi is a gallery in Mayfair that displays classical Chinese paintings, sculptures, bronzes, pottery, and decorative objects within contemporary exhibition spaces. The collection encompasses works from different periods, presenting both religious and ornamental art forms alongside everyday objects.
The gallery was founded in 1993, marking a turning point for Chinese art collections in London's commercial gallery sector. Since opening, it has grown to become a major destination for collectors and those interested in Chinese artistic traditions.
The gallery presents rotating exhibitions of Chinese artifacts that help visitors understand how artists worked across different periods and regions. Walking through the space, you notice how the pieces reveal the preferences and skills of their makers across centuries.
Plan ahead by scheduling an appointment before your visit, as the gallery operates by arrangement. Exhibitions rotate throughout the year, so it is worth checking in advance what will be on display during your intended visit.
Every work in the collection undergoes thorough authentication before being displayed to visitors. This careful verification process means that collectors and art lovers can trust the authenticity and quality of all pieces on view.
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