Recognised as the world’s largest art fair, TEFAF Maastricht 2026 will return from 14 to 19 March 2026, with VIP access on 12 and 13 March. The event will bring together 276 international galleries at the Maastricht Exhibition & Conference Centre.
The fair will cover 7,000 years of art history, from antiquity to contemporary art. It remains a central venue for museum acquisitions, investment in premium art and the circulation of rare works.
26 New Galleries Join the Main Fair: A Milestone Expansion for 2026
The 2026 edition introduces 26 new galleries, marking one of the most significant expansions in TEFAF’s recent history. These new participants will strengthen core sections including:
- Paintings & Old Masters
- Works on Paper
- Modern & Contemporary Art
- 20th- and 21st-Century Design
- African, Oceanic & Tribal Arts
This growth underscores a rising global demand for curated, museum-quality works, while reflecting TEFAF’s commitment to excellence, diversity, and academic rigor
TEFAF Focus 2026: 7 Curated Presentations Highlighting Iconic Artists and Rediscovered Legacies
In 2026, TEFAF Focus—the fair’s curated section introduced in 2024—will deepen its exploration of cross-disciplinary dialogues between art mediums and historical periods. Featured presentations include:
- Galerie Thomas Schulte showcasing photography by Robert Mapplethorpe
- TAFETA (UK) presenting the influential work of Ladi Kwali, a defining figure of Nigerian modernism, currently spotlighted at the Tate Modern
- Demisch Danant highlighting the furniture and design innovations of Gerrit Rietveld
Focus 2026 will also explore themes such as minimalism, French realist traditions, and Scandinavian textile expertise, offering collectors new perspectives and curatorial insights.
TEFAF Showcase 2026: Nine Emerging Galleries Shaping the Future of the Global Art Market
Since 2008, TEFAF Showcase has been the leading platform for emerging galleries poised to enter the high end of the market. In 2026, nine galleries with strong curatorial identities and international ambitions will participate:
- AGO Projects ( Mexico)
- Erik Bijzet Sculpture and Works of Art (Netherlands)
- Galerie Boquet (France)
- Dries Criel (Belgium)
- DEVALS (France)
- Van Herck – Eykelberg ( Belgium)
- Roberti Fine Art ( UK)
- Torres Nieto Fine Arts (Germany)
- Trias Art Experts (Germany)
Their offerings span collectible 21st-century design, specialized sculpture, rediscovered Dutch Masters, Renaissance artworks, and modern minimalist dialogues—reinforcing Showcase as a predictor of future market leaders.
Showcase Prize 2026 Powered by J.P. Morgan: A Key Indicator for Collectors and Institutions
For the third consecutive year, the J.P. Morgan Private Bank Showcase Prize will honor one outstanding participant whose vision, expertise, and impact elevate the global art ecosystem. Widely regarded as an indicator of future success, the prize strengthens the section’s role as a strategic platform within TEFAF.
TEFAF Summit 2026: A Global Forum on Culture, Policy, and the Future of Heritage
On March 16, 2026, TEFAF will host its third Annual Summit at the MECC in partnership with the Netherlands National Commission for UNESCO. This major international event will examine the theme:
“Beyond Economic Impact: Rethinking Culture in Public Policy.”
More than 30 international experts, cultural policymakers, institutional leaders, economists, and art-world decision-makers will participate in high-level roundtables and exchanges.
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Key topics include :
- the strategic value of culture beyond economic indicators
- integrating art and culture into public policy frameworks
- the evolving societal role of museums and cultural institutions
- innovative models for cultural governance in a changing global context
Protecting Global Heritage: Innovation and Actionable Solutions
The Summit aims to deliver concrete, collaborative solutions for:
- global cultural heritage preservation
- protection of historically significant objects
- innovation in public cultural policy
The discussions are supported by AXA XL Insurance, a global leader in fine art and high-value object insurance across more than 200 countries, reinforcing TEFAF’s commitment to safeguarding cultural assets worldwide.
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Because it brings together the most prestigious galleries globally, offering museum-quality works spanning 7,000 years of art history.
At the MECC Maastricht, one of Europe’s top venues for major art and cultural events.
Paintings, Works on Paper, Old Masters, Modern & Contemporary Art, 20th/21st-century Design, and African & Oceanic Arts.
To support the next generation of influential art dealers and offer them a global platform.
The Summit is backed by AXA XL Insurance and organized with the Netherlands National Commission for UNESCO, both leaders in cultural protection and heritage policy.