WHAT M+’s anchor exhibition contains over 500 pieces, covering a multitude of different creative genres encompassing furniture design, architecture, and graphic design. The purpose is to showcase the variety of objects within these genres that have been impactful in Asia and around the world over the past century. Curatered by Ikko Yokoyama and Shirley Surya,…
WHAT The exhibition visually examines the styles and practices of contemporary Chinese art since the 1990s. Though the inaugural exhibition of the collection (launched when the museum opened in late 2021) was organised through a chronological, socio-political lens, this second chapter is based around the cultural identities of the artists. It surveys how artists reconsidered…
WHAT This thematic exhibition draws from the collections of the museum, featuring the complex connections between landscape and humanity in our post-industrial and increasingly virtual world. The exhibition reimagines shanshui, a cultural legacy integral to Chinese philosophical thinking and poetic imagination, through a diverse range of contemporary artistic mediums, including sculpture, moving image, sound, design…
WHAT The first full-scale retrospective of Ieoh Ming Pei (1917–2019) properly appraises the work of one of the greatest architects of the 20th and 21st centuries. This exhibition features more than 300 objects, exploring Pei's transcultural vision and the profound impact of his iconic landmarks. It offers a comprehensive examination of Pei's life and work…
WHAT This distinctive group exhibition delves into the expression, exploration, and deconstruction of Chinese characters through the perspectives of 19 artists spanning different generations: Chu Chu, Chui Tze-Hung, Chui Pui-Chee, Fung Ming-Chip, Gu Gan, Gu Wenda, Hao Shiming, Hon Chi-Fun, Pat Hui, Hung Keung, Kan Tai-Keung, Li Huasheng, Ren Tianjin, Fabienne Verdier, Wang Dongling, John…
WHAT The respected Los Angeles-based artist is known for his large-scale abstract paintings crafted from paper, delving into the complexities of social and political structures that marginalise communities. His work challenges objectifying societal norms and fosters social engagement by bringing art to underserved communities. With a collection of works that use innovative staining techniques, the…
WHAT The collective exhibition delves into the rising contemporary Chinese art scene. The 21 artists include Aaajiao, Alice Chen, Chen Fei, Chen Wei, Chu Yun, Cui Jie, Hao Liang, Hu Xiaoyuan, Li Ming, Liu Chuang, Lu Pingyuan, LuYang, Miao Ying, Nabuqi, Qiu Xiaofei, Shen Xin, Xun Sun, Wan Yang, Yao Qingmei, Yu Ji, and Zhang…
WHAT A major exhibition devoted to Arte Povera, the exhibition comprises over 250 historic and contemporary works, as well as pieces that have taken their inspiration from this major Italian artistic movement of the 1960s. It features 50 historic, emblematic works from the Pinault Collection which have been placed in relation to pieces from other…
WHAT The Swiss artist is known for fusing nature with the human condition. In his latest exhibition, he presents 3 distinct bodies of work: life-sized, painted bronze and basalt sculptures of nuns and monks, minimalist Sun and Moon paintings, and stained glass timepieces with no hands. Through colour, form, and mass, the artist explores the…
WHAT The solo exhibition of new works marks the American artist’s 1st solo show in Paris and 2nd with the gallery. The new series of paintings serves as a portal into her intimate world, where semantic threads intertwine her subjectivity with broader global realities. With text borrowed from various sources, her canvases are surfaces taught…
WHAT The French artist is renowned for his innovative approach to sculpture. Drawing inspiration from Egyptian and Greek mythology, he masterfully blends materials such as aluminium, bronze, marble, glass, and lava. His works, ranging from small-scale creations to monumental sculptures, reflect over a decade of technical and conceptual research, with each piece bearing the imprint…
WHAT The exhibition of new paintings by the New York-based American artist is her 2nd solo show with the gallery, and follows her major survey presentation at the Musée d’Art Moderne de Paris (2023–2024). The presentation of paintings reflects the artist’s ongoing interest in constructing improbable scenarios that function as evocative visual allegories. Often depicting…
WHAT The American artist is celebrated for his exploration of identity and self-reflection, and his multi-faceted exhibition encompasses painting, sculpture, and film. Drawing inspiration from animism, the artist delves into the spiritual essence of all objects, whether animate or inanimate. The showcase introduces 2 new series of paintings — Soul Paintings and God Paintings. It…
WHAT A pivotal figure in the Arte Povera movement, the artist's practice is a catalyst for social change, playing an important role in fostering interaction and societal transformation. This showcase pays homage to modernity, drawing inspiration from Italian painter Piero della Francesca, Argentine painter and sculptor Lucio Fontana, Dutch painter Piet Mondrian, and Spanish expatriate…
WHAT This is the renowned LA-based American artist's 12th exhibition with the gallery, and features a new unique light piece from his ongoing 'Glassworks' series, which began in 2004. In the past, the artist's 'Glassworks' were realised in neon, but for the last 15 years the artist has turned to LED technologies, which allow for…
WHAT The contemporary art duo bring their innovative vision to the Musée d’Orsay, merging performance, space, and sculpture in a groundbreaking exhibition. Disrupting traditional display modes, their latest installation invites visitors to experience the museum from a new perspective, showcasing a series of new figurative sculptures that explore contemporary masculinities while engaging in a dynamic…
WHAT Jointly presented by The Fondation Le Corbusier and Almine Rech, the exhibition is a retrospective of the late renowned German artist (1952-2013) across different mediums throughout his career. Initially interested in monochrome paintings in gray and black, the artist continued his research on modernist themes from a postmodern perspective, progressing to large-format photography in…
WHAT The exhibition of photographs explores the history and visual culture of the infamous Kowloon Walled City in Hong Kong. A remarkable collection that illuminates the stories of its residents, the presentation is a testament to human ingenuity and adaptability; it celebrates the spirit of those who lived there while highlighting the vital role of…
WHAT A large-scale group exhibition dedicated to Pop Art, the show is centred around Tom Wesselmann (1931-2004) – one of the leading figures of the movement, which gained momentum as one of the major artistic movements of the 1960s. In addition to a selection of 150 paintings and works in various materials by Wesselmann, it…
WHAT The French artist is known for developing pictorial work that challenges the status of the image, as well as its representation and perception both in the space of the painting and outside it. The exhibition is the 8th edition of the museum's 'Unexpected Dialogues' series, and is a presentation of works by the artist…
WHAT Featuring the latest body of works from the young Hong Kong artist, the surrealistic exhibition leads audiences into an enigmatic and exploratory realm of wonders and stories. The artist utilises memories, overlooked places, and old objects in the city as cues to shape her own distinctive world. Drawing on the 15th century theme of…
WHAT For its Found Space in the B2 level - a dramatic concrete atrium that lies at the heart of the building - the museum has invited the Vietnam-born Danish artist (b.1975) to work on a long-term project. The artist is known for using everyday and found materials that carry specific histories and symbolic references,…
WHAT The New York-based artist (b.1975) is known for employing sculpture, painting, media installation, and performance in her conceptual practice. In her first-ever solo show in Hong Kong, a holistic view of her multi-disciplinary practice is presented through 4 bodies of work. This includes her 'Art d'Ameublement' paintings, 'Pranayama' and 'Anima' sculptures, and 'Negative Entropy'…
WHAT Known for her highly detailed and meticulously observed portraits, the English artist (b.1968) delves into the transient nature of life through a series of paintings and drawings created between 2018 and 2024. These works explore the vibrancy of youth, the subtleties of middle age, and life’s impermanence. WHY The artist combines a focused study…
WHAT This is the architect-collector-artist's 2nd solo exhibition with the gallery. The presentation of colourful paintings pays homage to the rich culture of Hong Kong, where auspicious symbols carry profound meanings, representing comfort and blessings; these are reflected in everything from home decorations to social etiquette, showcasing people's aspirations for a beautiful life. The artist…
