About

Rasti Fine Art, is dedicated to inspiring audiences with the finest Chinese and Islamic artworks, as well as contemporary pieces by some of Asia’s most notable artists.

Nader’s career began at Christie’s London in 1986, where he became an auctioneer and then the Director of the Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art department. In 2000, he co-founded Knapton Rasti Asian Art in London, originally located on Kensington Church Street before relocating to Duke Street, St. James’s. Responding to a growing clientele from Asia, Nader established Rasti Chinese Art in 2013 on Hong Kong’s famous Hollywood Road.

The gallery is celebrated for its specialization in Chinese jade, hardstone carvings, and sculpture, establishing itself as a tastemaker that transcends market trends. Its annual exhibitions and catalogues are highly anticipated by collectors, curators, and scholars alike. Those focusing on Chinese Tang, Song, and Yuan dynasty jade animal carvings in the early 2000s have spotlighted areas previously overlooked while the more recent exhibition in 2019 on Buddhist and Daoist art highlighted the profound beauty and significance of fresco paintings and sculptures.

The contemporary artists represented by the gallery share a timeless literati aesthetic, seamlessly blending various mediums—from photography to ink on paper—creating a continuous dialogue between historical and modern works.

Rasti Fine Art has exhibited at numerous prestigious art fairs, including Asian Art in London, Asia Week New York, Fine Art Asia, Hong Kong, Fine Art Taipei, and Frieze Masters, London. The gallery is also a member of The British Antique Dealers’ Association (BADA) and the Asian Art Society.

Through its dedication to showcasing both historical and contemporary art, the gallery continues to inspire and captivate audiences, fostering an enduring appreciation for the cultural and artistic heritage of Asia.