APAA’s Top Picks from ZⓈonamaco México & Onsite Guide
ZⓈonamaco México kicks off this week! We’re sharing a few favorite works from our advisors, plus our curated onsite guide to the must-see shows and top dining spots. The fair opens with a VIP Preview Day on Tuesday, February 4, opening to the public starting Wednesday, February 5th through Sunday, February 9th. Learn more here.
Thank you to our advisors for sharing their top picks from this year’s ZⓈonamaco!
Advisor Top Picks from ZⓈonamaco
Sofía Táboas, Gama térmica 5-9, 2021.
“Sofia Tálboas’s “Gama térmica” paintings are formal exercises in color that were first presented at her solo exhibition at Museo Jumex in 2021. Influenced by the Arte Povera and Neo-Concrete movements, Tálboas uses intuition to evoke deep emotional connection through color and composition, bridging the gap that separates us from what lies outside or in a distant tomorrow.”
Set of 38 pieces.
Oil on linen canvas, wooden frme. I
nstalled: 170x 123 x 5.5 cm (66 7/8 x 48 3/8 x 2 1/8 in).
Presented by Kurimanzutto
Antony Gormley, FLOAT 5 (MEME) III, 2018.
“Antony Gormley’s Float series explores the concept of human presence and the act of floating or suspension. The figures in these works continue Gormley’s fascination with the human body and are depicted in seemingly weightless, suspended states. This particular work is intriguing because of the tension it holds, and the fact that the figure is grounded but attempting to lift up from that grounded state. On a more playful note, he or she appears to be practicing pilates!”
Cast iron.
4-1/16 x 3/11/16 x 12-5/16 inches.
Presented by Sean Kelly Gallery
Claudia Comte, Yew Wood Coral, 2024.
“Comte's sculptures often combine abstract geometric shapes with forms inspired by nature. Her works frequently evoke patterns found in the natural world, and this particular work represents a piece of coral crafted out of yer wood. With coral reefs dying across our oceans, this work reminds us of the impact that humans have had on the natural world.”
Yer wood.
60 x 15 x 35 cm.
Presented by OMR Gallery
Eva Jospin, Bosquet, Suite Tromper L’Oeil, 2024.
“Eva Jospin’s work stands out for her innovative experimentation with materials. I was captivated by her large-scale installation at the Fortuny Museum during last year’s Venice Biennale, where she transformed cardboard, plant-based fibers, and fabric into immersive gardens. Jospin brings these enchanting, fairytale-like forests to a more intimate scale with her two-dimensional embroideries, inspired by 18th-century Italian Baroque gardens.”
silk embroidery on silk canvas and wooden frame with cardboard.
69.29 x 100.78 x 3.93 in (framed).
Presented by Galleria Continua
Yann Gerstberger, Automatic, 2025. © the artist. Photo by Davis Gerber. Courtesy of the artist and OMR.
Shows
Jo Dennis, “A Glass of Absinthe” presented by JO-HS featuring Dennis’s paintings on salvaged military tent fabric, where layers of pigment, marks, and found materials build like traces of memory.
Pedro Friedeberg, “simetrías y puntos de fuga—70 años de creación” presented by Saenger Galería. This solo exhibition is dedicated to Italian Mexican artist Pedro Friedeberg whose meticulously detailed work fuses Surrealism, architecture, and obsessive patterning into a visual language entirely his own.
Yann Gerstberger, “2 Feet in 1 Bucket of Ice” presented by OMR. Described as vivid, textured, and pulsating with movement, this exhibition spotlights Mexico City-based artist, Yann Gerstberger, whose textile works nod to a myriad of influences from pre-Columbian motifs to street art, psychedelic landscapes, and the erratic beauty of nature.
Dining
Pujol is famous for their signature mole. This is a must-visit for anyone wanting to experience Mexican cuisine at its finest.
Contramar is the place to eat if you are looking for fantastic seafood dishes.
Quintonil is highly regarded for its innovative tasting menus and excellent wine pairings.
Balcón del Zocalo—dinner, drinks, and a view. Take in the sights of the city while you experience an innovative menu of contemporary Mexican flavors.
Balcón del Zocalo
