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, headed by design specialist Yoko Choy. Gathering twenty-eight pieces of collectible design created by artists from China, Japan, Singapore and South Korea, the collection aims to reflect on ‘contemporary craftsmanship’, exploring uses for a multitude of materials in conjunction with traditional artisanal practices from across Asia. According to Choy, ‘convergence’ is the essential theme of the show.
As Choy herself puts it: 'What unites us, from the East to the West, are our experiences in today's built environment. If we examine contemporary urban settlements around the world, we find ourselves surrounded by similar materialities and elements.'The pieces on display originate from a variety of Asian cultures; sparked from the influence of Choy’s curatorial vision on Gallery Collectional CEO and co-founder Cristiano Baccianti.
From Japan’s Kensaku Oshiro and his series of crystal furniture, to Singaporean textile artist Tiffany Loy’s hanging silk sculptures, Choy aimed to capture the work of a younger generation of artists, pursuing the development of modern design, without regressive conceptions from the past.
Likewise, the work by Kuo Duo, a design pair formed by artists Hwachan Lee and Yoomin Maeng, interprets new uses for Korea’s current plastic bag waste, forming furniture that could be used by future inhabitants.
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