Worlds Beyond Reality – Monet’s Legacy
WHAT
The exhibition brings together a selection of masterpieces: Monet’s early work, ‘Pivoines’ (1887) created during his early years at Giverny; alongside outstanding works by modernist Zao Wou-Ki, Chu Teh-Chun and Lalan; and contemporary artists David Hockney, Shara Hughes, Myonghi Kang and Ziad Dalloul. It provides a rare opportunity of comparative study and unveils an interesting cross-section of Monet’s legacy.
WHY
From a stunning selection of works from 150 years ago to modern times, you are invited on a journey through the masters of Impressionists from both the East and West. By capturing vibrant scenes from the evolving days and seasons as well as landscapes, viewers can explore the artists’ ever-expanding imagination of the living world, depicting transcendental worlds beyond reality. Audiences are invited into a special realm of reflection and sensory experience.