Here are the pieces collectors will compete at this year’s Salon Art + Design

This week only, the best of vintage, modern, and contemporary design, as well as 20th century art, can be found at the Park Avenue Armory. Salon Art + Design is back in New York.

For more than ten years, the fair has worked to incorporate art into modern life, working with the belief that decorative objects define the environment. This year, the members of the esteemed committee include glass masters, museum curators and Hollywood stars. EXPLANATION asked one of them to share their favorite pieces EXPLANATIONto make sure our readers know exactly where to call when the doors open to the public on Nov. 7.

Lizzie’s table‘s career has taken him from insurance to fashion. In addition to his non-profit work and room to continue Vanity Fair‘s International Dressed List Hall of Fame, the industry-bridging powerhouse is a contributing editor to City and Country and co-founder of Image 1521.

“This year, I can’t wait to see the offerings from Galerie Chastel-Marachal. We had the pleasure of seeing his new space in Paris overlooking the Tuileries Garden and it’s so beautiful. Aline [Chastel] it tastes so good!”

Catherine fed is the chief curator, decorative arts, and director of curatorial affairs at the Brooklyn Museum. Recently, his work continues American Art Deco: Designing the People, 1918-1939 brought him on a national tour.

“I’m excited about the presentations of two advocacy groups: the Women’s Design Council and Black Folks in Design. Both are raising the profile of the talent and skills of designers who have traditionally been marginalized. I know I’ll see the work of designers I should know and follow.”

Colin Kingstylist, art director, and WALK OUT’s design editor-at-large, she incorporates her dance experience into each of her designs. His balance of movement and stillness has made him the defining voice of today’s America.

“I’m especially excited to explore works by first-time artists. I’ve always admired the eye of Larry Weinberg of Weinberg Modern, and I look forward to seeing what new ideas he brings this year. in addition, I am eager to know the specific applications of the site, especially those of my friend and old assistant, Giancarlo Valle These works offer an interesting view of the creative world of Valle, which allows us to fully engage with his vision.

Beth Rudin DeWoodyA native of New York and a major supporter of the arts, he has overseen many programs in other countries. He also sits on several boards, including those of the Whitney, Hammer, and Parsons School of Design.

“I am very excited about the work that Michele Oka Doner will show with the first artist of the Salon Elisabetta Cipriani gallery. The result is a collection of art jewelry that pays homage to the ‘Botanic Age’ – the time before the Stone Age of plants and trees were at the center of human development and creativity, inspired by the research of Dr. Dean Falk of Florida State University , depicts a time when humans were the rulers of the Earth. His jewels serve as spiritual reflections on this period, providing a powerful response to today’s ‘vegetative blindness’ – a term that describes disconnection. in our natural world because of the Industrial Revolution. This collection is a call to action for a ‘New Age of Plants,’ where art connects people and the world.”

Suchi Reddy is guided by the mantra “type follows emotion.” Architect, designer and studio founder Reddymade is also a professor at Columbia University’s Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Conservation.

“In our difficult times, the grace and beauty of the things displayed in the Salon are a reminder of [how we can] enjoy people’s creativity. One of the things I’m particularly looking forward to seeing and enjoying is a large vase by sculptor Tetsuya Ishiyama, exhibited by the wonderful Ippodo Gallery. Contemplative and uplifting at once, it’s a work that invites my imagination to relax and slow down to look at beauty.

Flavin Judd is the Judd Foundation’s artistic director, overseeing its arts, book design and architecture programs.

“Here are three things I’m excited about based on their selection. A beautifully designed chair featuring Jonas Damon’s ideas at the Verso x Black Folks in Design booth. Worth checking out: Bamana Headdress from Pace African & Oceanic Art .And, if you were looking for just one piece of art in your home, this would be a good choice: a piece by Josef Albers at Zeit Contemporary.

Dr. Daniella Ohad‘s work ranges from curator to talk show host. With a PhD from the Bard Graduate Center for Studies in Decorative Arts, Design, and Culture, he has worked in design education and theory at leading institutions including Pratt Institute, Parsons New School for Design, and Cooper Union.

“I am excited about this project by Onishi Gallery and KOGEI USA, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting Japanese crafts that they will be bringing to the Salon. The piece I selected was created as part of a program that will support Japanese lacquer makers of the city of Wajima, known as the center of Japanese lacquer art for centuries When it was destroyed by the Noto earthquake in January of 2024, many of its artists lost their studios and the ability to work help show their work in New York and help them rebuild their studios This piece represents a new direction of the crafts of Japanese, where the artist respects the traditions of lacquerware, and at the same time creates a modern piece, characterized by vivid colors and abstract patterns and that brings to the heart of the art of the 21st century.”

Jen Rubio is the founder and CEO of bag manufacturer Away, a partner of jewelry boutique Trove, and an avid collector of artists including Ed Ruscha, Simone Leigh, Mickene Thomas, and Salman Toor.

“I am very happy with the increasing influence of jewelry products at Salon this year. As a fine jewelry collector, it is encouraging to see gems and jewelry among artists and designers. Naturally, I am looking forward to the booth Fernando Jorge as he will also be the first Trove designer here!

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