TEFAF Maastricht Fair Proceeds Despite Geopolitical Tensions, Showcasing High-Value Artworks

The TEFAF Maastricht art fair, organized by the European Fine Art Foundation, is taking place in the Netherlands with 277 dealers from 24 countries. The event features works spanning over 7,000 years of art history, including notable pieces by artists such as Amedeo Modigliani, Edgar Degas, and Bernardo Daddi. Despite recent geopolitical conflicts involving Iran and the UAE, which raised concerns about attendance and logistics, fair organizers and many dealers express confidence in the event's resilience. Key highlights include a Modigliani priced in the seven-figure range and a Degas self-portrait from 1857. The fair is recognized for its rigorous vetting process and attracts top museum trustees and collectors.