The Atlanta International Antiques Fair filled the Cobb Galleria Centre with a successful premier for this first three-day show in November. With 76,000 square feet of exhibition space, this antiques show places Atlanta on the map with other regions fostering a commitment to art and antiques.

Organized by dmg world media, the November 18-20 show was modeled after dmg’s original Miami Beach Antiques Show. This show featured exhibitors from all over the world offering an eclectic mix of hard to find antique furniture, antiques, jewelry and fine art.

“Atlanta has needed a show like this for many years,” commented one visitor, as she walked into the space highlighted with so many booths. Atlanta’s many cultural organizations were excited about having this event added to their area’s cultural landscape as well – and many in the arts community are indicating they will work with dmg on future shows.

Golden Books, Devon, England

Although the attendance was lighter than expected, thevisitors were clearly at the show to buy. “The exhibitorsunderstand the potential in Atlanta’s market and most have alreadyrenewed for next year’s show.

Part of dmg’s mission is to ‘inspire, enthuse and support our customers to do business together’ but ironically our exhibitors ‘inspire, enthuse and support us’ to make each show more successful than the last,” remarked show manager Rhonda Rifelli.

Dmg world media is an international exhibition and publishing company that produces more than 300 trade exhibitions, consumer shows and fairs each year. The company also publishes more than 45 related magazines, newspapers, directories and market reports.

For information, www.dmgantiqueshows.com.

At left, John Dina of Chigne and Many Vayis, both of London, shared a booth. At right, Derek & Tina Rayment Antiques, Malpas, England.