From Private Collection to Public Mission: Christian Levett in Conversation

In this conversation, Christian Levett, founder of FAMM, reflects on his journey from private collector to institution-builder. With a collection of nearly 2,000 works spanning art and history, he has developed a distinctive approach that brings historical objects into dialogue with contemporary perspectives, while also contributing to the recognition of female artists. Through this vision, Levett has created a museum that recontextualizes art for new audiences while remaining firmly rooted in scholarship.  Panelists Casey Santangelo — Head of Fine Art & Specie, Americas, AXA XL Christian Levett — British Collector, Philanthropist, and founder of FAMM This TEFAF Talk was presented by AXA XL as part of TEFAF New York’s programming and took place on May 16, 2026 View full TEFAF Programming overview at https://www.tefaf.com/talks