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 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 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 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 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 exhibition of new paintings by the German-born LA-based artist is titled '|' - an ode to verticality. The exhibition marks 10 years since the artist’s debut with the gallery. Known for examining the psychological space where individual expressions confronts social constraints, each work in the presentation contains a central totemic form built from…
WHAT The late Lebanese painter and sculptor (1931-2019) was a pioneering figure in Lebanon's Golden 60s, and is celebrated for her bold, fluid, and experimental approach to art. The exhibition focuses on her most significant works from the 1970s to 1980s, including paintings, drawings, and sculptures, with a special emphasis on her 'Bribes de corps'…
WHAT The exhibition is a presentation of sculptures and works on paper by the late renowned American artist (1926–2013) - the first solo show in Greater China. Known primarily for her abstract looped-wire sculptures inspired by natural and organic forms, she has also created an extensive body of works on paper, including abstract and figurative…
WHAT The American artist is known for his commitment to figurative expression for over 5 decades, using a distinctive formal language to capture the simultaneous beauty and banality of the world. His first solo exhibition in Asia presents new paintings focused on various full moons from the lunar calendar, exploring their rich symbolism. The show…
WHAT The LA-based conceptual artist's new showcase features paintings, neon installations, and a newly-unveiled series of bronze sculptures. The works build on the artist’s ongoing engagement with the city of Hong Kong, first initiated in his 2018 exhibition 'Slow Burn'. The present show continues his exploration of materiality, symbolism, and cultural intervention, expanding dialogues around…
WHAT Inspired by Post-Impressionist masters, the American artist is drawn to the enigmatic play of light, immersing himself in its exploration through the medium of painting. His canvases are imagined vistas where he engages in an evolving dialogue with his environment. Employing surrealistic colours, his colourful landscapes nonetheless exude harmony and serenity. WHY The artist's…
WHAT Renowned for his exuberant, colourful depictions of Dionysian nudes, lush flowers, and animals, the late Chinese-American painter (1928-2010) bridged Western movements like CoBrA, Abstract Expressionism, and Pop Art with Chinese artistic traditions. A survey exhibition tracing 5 decades of the artist’s evolution, the presentation features works from the 1950s to the 1990s, showcasing a…
