London Invitational Art Fair Debuts at Former US Embassy in Mayfair
The first-ever London Invitational art fair commenced on October 16, 2026, at The Chancery Rosewood hotel in Mayfair, and will continue until October 18. Established by British dealer James Cope in Dallas, the event highlights US-based dealers, advisers, and collectors. Presentations from primarily US exhibitors are displayed in twelve hotel rooms, featuring London’s own Charles Asprey and Vardaxoglou. All participants have previously exhibited at the Dallas Invitational, which started in 2023. Many dealers are residing at the hotel, with artworks arranged innovatively to prevent wall damage. Cope remarked on the enthusiasm of Dallas collectors for London. Asprey successfully sold two pieces by Alessandro Raho during the opening. The fair is situated at 30 Grosvenor Square, London.
Key facts
- The inaugural London Invitational art fair opened on Thursday, October 16, 2026, at The Chancery Rosewood hotel in Mayfair, London.
- The fair runs until October 18, 2026, and is located at 30 Grosvenor Square, London.
- The fair was founded in Dallas by British-born, Dallas-based dealer James Cope.
- Twelve hotel rooms on the third floor host presentations from mostly US dealers, with exceptions being London-based Charles Asprey and Vardaxoglou.
- All exhibitors have previously shown at Dallas Invitational, which was founded in 2023.
- Most works are priced in dollars, and many participating dealers are staying at the hotel, sleeping surrounded by their works.
- The golden eagle atop the building is a nod to its former role as the US Embassy.
- London-based dealer Charles Asprey sold two paintings by Alessandro Raho during the fair's opening hours.
Entities
Artists
- James Cope
- Jessica Nowitzki
- Alexander Shulan
- Charles Asprey
- Alessandro Raho
- Steven Sergiovanni
- George Michael
- Kenny Goss
Institutions
- London Invitational
- Dallas Invitational
- The Chancery Rosewood
- Carbone
- Vardaxoglou
- Lomex
- Frieze London
- Sotheby's
- Goss-Michael Foundation
- Heidi Gallery
- Minor Attractions
- The Art Newspaper
Locations
- London
- United Kingdom
- Mayfair
- Dallas
- United States
- New York
- Berlin
- Germany
- 30 Grosvenor Square