ART FAIR
The Winter Show
January 22 – February 1, 2026
Opening Night Party: Thursday, January 22, 5-9pm
Park Avenue Armory
Booth E8
643 Park Avenue, NYC
Coming off a festive holiday season, winter is here in cold and blustery form. The upcoming Winter Show at the Park Avenue Armory will be a warm and bright spot for sure! We look forward to this upcoming exhibition that beings on Friday, January 23 and runs through Sunday, February 1. The charity preview is on Thursday, January 22. There are also special events and receptions throughout the run of the Show.
We look forward to seeing you there and will be exhibiting a fine variety of Chinese porcelains and works of art!
Our gallery is otherwise open, Monday through Friday from 10am to 6pm, and by appointment outside of these hours.
To learn more about The Winter Show, click here.
Our Winter Holiday Booklet
We have recently published our seasonal Winter Holiday Booklet filled with a group of beautiful porcelains and works of art of a variety of types and forms.
Whether looking for notable gifts for a collector or oneself, there is a fine variety of objects on our site, in the catalogue, and in our gallery to enjoy both at this season and year-round! We would be happy to hear from you and answer any inquiries.
With best wishes for Health, Happiness, and Prosperity at this Holiday Season and in the Year ahead!
To view our new booklet, click here.
Publications
We invite you to browse through our deeply researched collection of catalogues, showcasing a stunning array of fine antique Chinese porcelain and works of art. You may find one or more to match an occasion or simply add enjoyment into your own collection! If you have any questions or would like further information, please don’t hesitate to contact us by phone or email.
PAST ASIA WEEK NEW YORK AUTUMN 2025 EXHIBITION
Chinese Porcelain and Works of Art
September 11 – 30, 2025
This year marks a milestone for Ralph M. Chait Galleries, Inc., as we celebrate our 115th anniversary. Founded in 1910 by Ralph M. Chait, the gallery is now proudly in its fourth generation. To honor this legacy, our autumn presentation offers a distinguished selection of Chinese porcelains and works of art, including exceptional pieces once part of major European and American collections. Many works on view also passed through the gallery decades ago, reflecting how our history continues to shape the present. We invite visitors to explore the exhibition, discover highlights online, and join us during Asia Week New York Autumn 2025 and throughout the year!
To learn more, click here.
Celebrating 115 Years of Our Gallery
2025 marks an extraordinary milestone since our founding in 1910! Above are some vintage photographs of our founder along with his famous office with its dragon mural wall in a previous gallery location from the 1930s.
We look forward to marking this remarkable period of time with an active year of exhibitions of fine porcelains and works of art!
About the Gallery
The Ralph M. Chait Galleries, established in 1910, holds the distinction of being the oldest specialist gallery in the United States focusing on fine antique Chinese porcelain and works of art. Founded by Ralph M. Chait, a self-taught connoisseur with an impeccable eye for quality, the gallery quickly gained prominence. Chait’s expertise and taste attracted notable collectors of his time, including John D. Rockefeller, Jr., and President Herbert Hoover, as well as an array of influential political figures, scholars, and artists. Today, the gallery continues to serve a distinguished global clientele, maintaining its legacy of excellence.
The gallery’s storied history is reflected in its enduring traditions and the prominent individuals who have frequented it. A central table, present since the early days, has served as a gathering point for collectors from varied backgrounds to examine and discuss pieces. Over the decades, the gallery has sold significant works to many major museums, such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Art Institute of Chicago. Additionally, it has collaborated with renowned architects and designers like Frank Lloyd Wright and Sister Parish, cementing its role as a trusted authority in the field of antique Chinese art.
A third-generation family business, now led by Steven and Andrew Chait, the gallery has not only survived but thrived through diverse historical and economic challenges. Its involvement in prestigious antique fairs and organizations, such as the National Antiques and Art Dealers Association of America, underscores its commitment to the art community. With over a century of history, the Ralph M. Chait Galleries continues to honor its rich heritage while looking forward to a promising future in the world of fine Chinese antiques.
