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The Armory Show

Art Fair · US · Founded 1994
B+

Good (B+) — Provenance Grade

The Armory Show is the leading US-based contemporary art fair. NYC Sep. Acquired by Frieze 2023 (now Frieze-operated). Strong NYC market positioning.

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/ Subscore Breakdown · 5 Dimensions

Where this grade comes from.

Authenticity / Due Diligence
B+
Pricing Transparency
B+
Artist Treatment
B+
Collector Service
B+
Liquidity / Resale Posture
B+
/ Key Events & Disclosures

Timeline & positioning.

  • Founded 1994
  • NYC contemporary focus
  • Frieze acquisition 2023
  • Annual September fair

/ Best for

NYC contemporary art collectors; US contemporary art-fair reference.

/ Watch out for

Verify the institution operational status and your specific category-specialist continuity before consigning or transacting.