Publications

Printemps Asiatique Paris

“…Slaats Fine Art has developed a rigorous and cross-period approach to Asian art, spanning antiquity to the present day. The gallery advises private collectors and institutions on acquisitions, valuations and collection strategy, underpinned by a thorough understanding of the international market and its regulatory frameworks.

Appointed Chairman of Asian Art in London last December, Mark Slaats is today recognised as an active figure within the international Asian art landscape. He will exhibit from 5 to 8 June at Galerie Charpentier on the occasion of the ninth edition of Printemps Asiatique Paris.”

CANS Magazine Taiwan

“Giuseppe Eskenazi, Jules Speelman, Richard Marchant, and others are familiar names among Western consultants in Asian art. Known for their expertise, refined taste, and dedication to research, they stand out as leaders in their fields and have been featured in countless interviews. CANS Art News has always sought to spotlight experts who may not yet be widely recognized by Asian readers. In this issue, we’re thrilled to present an exclusive interview with Mark Slaats, a mid-generation professional in the field. Our first encounter with him took place two years ago at the ‘International Antiques Fair’, where Mark left an initial impression of a polite and somewhat reserved European gentleman.”

The British Antique Dealers’ Association

“Get to know the people and personalities that make up the membership of the BADA, as we delve into their businesses, passions and insights on buying and collecting. Through a series of interviews, we uncover their stories and discover what motivates them in the world of art and antiques.”

Country Life
Carla Passino

“Forget wings. Chinese dragons have none, although this doesn’t make them any less formidable. St George’s foe glides through the air as it seeks to terrorise villages and eat the odd girl or two; its Chinese counterpart f loats among waves, cliffs or clouds, almost looking ‘like a primitive snake or fish,’ according to Mark Slaats, partner at Asian art specialists Littleton & Hennessy. It’s closer to ancient Greece’s Hydra or the sea serpents of Scandinavian mythology, but, unlike them, it is a benevolent creature, ruling over water and weather and symbolising wisdom, prosperity and power.”

Apollo Magazine
Emma Crichton-Miller

“From the time of the Ming dynasty onwards, many great works found their way into Japanese collections, and from there, in the 20th century, into major European and American collections. Mark Slaats of the London-based dealers Littleton & Hennessy says that while Chinese buyers may dominate the auction market, there is still interest among European and American collectors in exceptional works.”

Forbes
Natasha Gural

“We’re drawn into the barrel of a ray gun and navigate every angle of Feng Mengbo’s Afghan pink onyx Astronaut (2023), a delightful surprise displayed alongside ancient Bronze figures by Littleton & Hennessy Asian Art of London. A pioneer of computer technologies in the 1990s, Feng invites us into his sensational fantasy world inspired by his fascination with computer games. Feng, who deconstructs Chinese history and present-day realities, blasted into the international art scene in 1993.”

BBC News

The object, a Chinese wine ewer that may have belonged to an emperor, was found in Derbyshire by the 51-year-old as he went through boxes in a garage. It was expected to fetch between £20,000 and £40,000 but instead sold for more than the average house. The anonymous seller, who almost took it to a charity shop, said he might use the cash to buy a metal detector. The construction worker from Swadlincote added: “I’m thrilled, this will change a few things for us all. I sat and watched the auction live at home with my brother and family.”

TRT World

Last Summer, our Director Mark Slaats gave his expert opinion on changes and challenges in the Chinese art market to TRT World’s ‘Showcase’. Based on the 2019 TEFAF Art Market Report, several key areas in the current market are discussed.

TEFAF New York

Director Mark Slaats presenting an important pair of Chinese hanging scrolls (Southern Song Dynasty, 13th century) at ‘TEFAF Meet the Expert’.