Tracing Time is the second annual exhibition hosted by Trois Crayons, an innovative platform which aims to increase the awareness, accessibility and visibility of drawings in all their forms. The exhibition will present the finest drawings and masterpieces on paper from renowned galleries and dealers which span the 15th century until the present day. Tracing Time will showcase works by artists such as Hans Rottenhammer, Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo, J.M.W. Turner, Auguste Rodin, Gustav Klimt, Jean Cocteau and Françoise Gilot, and present rare-to-market works. From 28 June to 5 July No. 9 Cork Street, Frieze’s permanent exhibition space in London, will be transformed into a ‘drawings hub’ with a group exhibition dedicated to works on paper presented by acclaimed international drawing dealers.
Tracing Time will see over 35 international galleries participating and more than 250 works being exhibited, doubling in size since its debut exhibition in 2024. New galleries joining this year include Wildenstein & Co. (New York), Rosenberg & Co. (New York) and Lowell Libson & Jonny Yarker Ltd (London), amongst others. Breaking from tradition, the Trois Crayons model includes no gallery booths, instead all artworks are thoughtfully curated by a team of experts to create an enjoyable exhibition of the highest standard. A further deviation from the norm, the Trois Crayons model allows participants the ability to exhibit in London without the need to be physically present; dedicated and knowledgeable Trois Crayons staff will be on hand to assist visitors and buyers..
“We have made it our mission to demystify acquiring drawings by the world’s best artists. Through our innovative presentation model, we are working to create an environment where buying drawings and works on paper is a pleasurable and straightforward experience that both established and new collectors can equally enjoy. From our installation style to our talks programme, each visitor is encouraged to engage with the medium in new and meaningful ways. Works on paper are one of the most democratic areas in the art market, and we hope to share our passion for paper with all who visit.” – Alesa Boyle, Tom Nevile and Sebastien Paraskevas (Founders of Trois Crayons).
Tracing Time
Frieze, No.9 Cork Street, London W1S 3LL
26 June – 5 July 2025
Weekdays 10:00 – 18:00
Weekends 11:00 – 17:00
Free Entry: Registration is not required
Image: Julius Hübner (1806-1882), Self-portrait in Three-quarter Profile to the Right. 1828. Pencil on thin cardboard. 13 x 10.6 cm. Exhibited from Nicolaas Teeuwisse OHG.
