Announcing Emanuela Tarizzo as the New Director of Frieze Masters

Frieze has named Emanuela Tarizzo as the new director of Frieze Masters. She will take up the post at the beginning of April. Bringing strong experience in the art market and a rich appreciation for historical art across time periods and geographies, Tarizzo will lead Frieze Masters into its next chapter.

Tarizzo joins Frieze Masters with a wide network across the art world, built through years of collaboration with dealers, collectors, museums and scholars. With a background as an independent art advisor and former gallery director at Tomasso, London, she has cultivated a deeply rooted understanding of galleries and art fairs, as well as a passion for connecting audiences with historical art. Tarizzo is widely regarded for her research-driven approach, curatorial insight and commitment to fostering meaningful relationships within the cultural sector.

‘We are delighted to welcome Emanuela as director of Frieze Masters,’ said Kristell Chadé, executive director of fairs, Frieze. ‘Her extensive knowledge of the art market, combined with a rigorous approach to historical art, will strengthen the fair’s unique position as an essential platform for defining works of art history and deepen relationships with leading museums and collectors whose insight and ambition shape the field.’

Launched in 2012, Frieze Masters presents a contemporary perspective on thousands of years of art history, including collectable objects, artefacts from antiquity, old masters paintings and works up to the late 20th century. More than 130 international galleries participated in the 2024 edition. 

As director, Emanuela will steer the fair’s vision, overseeing gallery participation and curatorial initiatives and ensuring Frieze Masters remains an unmissable destination for collectors and institutions engaging with historical art. This appointment comes as the fair continues to expand its international reach and celebrate its role in redefining the relationship between art of the past and present.

‘I am honoured to join Frieze Masters at such a pivotal time,’ said Tarizzo. ‘From its inception, the fair has stood out for its innovative narrative, one that invites fresh perspectives on historical art and dialogue with contemporary audiences. London is a city with a truly international outlook and reputation as a centre for expertise, and Frieze Masters continues to be a dynamic meeting point for collectors, curators and galleries.’

Frieze Masters, 15 – 19 October 2025, The Regent’s Park, London.

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