Paris gears up for opening of biennale art fair
Every two years for over the past half century, the Paris social season has opened with one of the most prestigious art fairs in the world. This autumn, the world's treasures in antiques, fine art and high-end jewelry will be presented at the 27th Biennale des Antiquaires et de la Haute Joaillerie in Paris from Sept 11 to 21.
The Paris Biennale started informally in 1956 among dealers and decorators. Its aim from the outset was to be a vehicle where the world's best dealers could showcase their best pieces.
It was organized in 1962 in the way we know it today at the Grand Palais, a glass-domed landmark that was built for the Universal Exhibition in 1900. The venue is used for newsworthy events such as Monumenta and the fashion shows of Chanel, Christian Dior and Yves Saint Laurent.
