Applications for
the 2025 edition
is now open
Application
Founded in 2006 by galleries representing the nordic countries, Market Art Fair has grown into a pivotal hub within the Nordic art industry.
Showcasing carefully selected galleries, the event presents a curated selection of compelling Nordic artworks, fostering connections among international collectors, esteemed institutions, art professionals, and the press.
Beyond exhibitions, the fair features Market Talks, collateral events, and a VIP Program forglobal collectors and professionals, providing a comprehensive experience that celebratesartistic dialogue and excellence. Join us in this enduring celebration of Nordic art and itsinternational resonance.
Participating galleries for Market Art Fair are selected by an international selection committee consisting exclusively of current and former Museum directors ensuring curatorial standard.
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Market Art Fair 2025
15-18 May, Liljevalchs, Stockholm
Selection Committee
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Charman
Lars Nittve
Founding director of Tate Modern, former director of Moderna Museet, Louisiana Museum of Modern Art and M+ (SE)
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Member
Marie Nipper
Director ARKEN (DK)
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Member
Pilvi Kalhama
Director EMMA, Espoo Museum of Art (FI)
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Member
Magnus af Petersens
Independent curator, former Director Bonniers Konsthall (SE)
How to Apply
Market Art Fair prioritises applications from galleries that represent Nordic artists, applies with one or more Nordic artists, or international artists with a strong connection to the Nordic region; through their origin, residency or artistic theme. Participating galleries for Market Art Fair are selected by an international selection committee consisting exclusively of current and former Museum directors ensuring curatorial standard.
Eligable Galleries
Eligible Presentations
Terms and Conditions
Please read our terms and conditions before submitting your application.
Key Dates
| Applications open | 4 Sept–25 Oct 2024 |
| Selection results are communicated | 1–7 Nov 2024 |
| Fair installation | 14–15 May 2025 |
| VIP Preview days | 16–17 May 2025 |
| Public days | 17-19 May 2025 |
| De-installation | 19 May 2025 |
Market Extended
Take the opportunity to exhibit sculptures and artworks that go beyond the booth context inan outdoor setting. The artworks will be placed around Liljevalchs Konsthall and in the gardenshared with the restaurant Blå Porten. and the boardwalk between Liljevalchs and Spritmuseum. There are no restrictions regarding the size or type of work, although larger installations and sculptures are preferred. We prioritise artists included in your main fair presentation but will also consider suggestions for larger works and sculptures by other Nordic artists represented by the gallery. Please submit your proposal and a description of the requirements to install the artwork. Apply directly in the form or send a proposal to Fair Manager, Josefine Hardstedt, josefine@marketartfair.com no later than 17 October. All proposals will be considered by the Selection Committee. To show an artwork in Market Extended, a fee of 5 000 SEK excl. vat. will be charged. Exhibitors are responsible for their own installation.
VIP Programme
Market Art Fair offers our guests a great VIP experience during the fair. We work dedicatedly ininviting international collectors, art professionals and press to Stockholm to promote Nordic art and to connect them with our exhibitors, but also to provide great opportunities for the local collector base to get introduced to new galleries. By invitation only, Market’s VIP Programme during the fair includes lunches and evening receptions, visits to artists’ studios and private collections, a luxury accommodation stay and car services. Exhibitors are encouraged to propose activities for the program, as well as invite your important guests.
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