![]() ![]() ![]() New exhibition shows changing representation of human form In 1916, a photo of the painting could not be published in the Maeil Sinbo newspaper because it features unclothed women, even though Kim won the Special Selection at the Ministry of Education Art Exhibition in Japan. Kim Kwan-ho's "Sunset," which is considered the first Western style nude painting in Korea, is currently on view at Gallery Hyundai in central Seoul. If we have an exhibition of landscape paintings of a century, it wouldn't be as powerful and impactful as this one," You said. As figurative paintings have a certain concreteness and they reflect the times more precisely. "Though we limited the genre to portraits and figure paintings, these pieces best represent Korea's modern art history over the past 100 years. You, best known for his travelogue series "My Exploration of Cultural Heritage" and former Cultural Heritage Administrator from 2004 to 2008, said the five advisory members had a number of discussions before selecting the theme of figurative paintings for the anniversary exhibition. "We hope this exhibition will provide an opportunity to shed new light on Korean figurative paintings and to increase awareness of the importance and uniqueness of Korean modern and contemporary art." "These works leave a subtle yet resounding impression even to us in the present ― they impart the warm sensibilities of the Korean people that survived the pains of Japanese occupation, the Korean War, and democratization movement they show the joy and sorrow of individuals in their respective lives, as well as love and caring among families," Park said. Park said this exhibition would provide an opportunity for people to rediscover Korean figurative painting. ![]() The exhibition was organized with the help of five consultants ― art critic and emeritus professor at Myongji University You Hong-june art historian Mok Soo-hyun art historian Cho Eun―jung art critic Choi Youl and Gallery Hyundai founder Park Myung-ja. "Portrait, Figure and People ― Modern and Contemporary Figure Paintings of Korea," an exhibition currently on view at Gallery Hyundai in central Seoul, sheds light on the turbulent modern history of Korea through paintings depicting human figures, while commemorating the 50th anniversary of one of the most prominent art galleries in Korea. According to Alina Cohen of Artsy, figurative painting can be just as challenging, stimulating and groundbreaking when done well.Ī new look at the traditional genre of painting can bring a new perspective on history. However, figurative painting still holds great importance in the history of modern art and even nowadays. Various forms of art such as abstract painting, conceptual art and performance showcase the complex and challenging world of modern art, which departed from the world after photography was invented in the 19th century. ![]() Today, the definition of art is almost infinite. Lee In-sung's "One Autumn Day" (1934) is on view at "Portrait, Figure and People - Modern and Contemporary Figure Paintings of Korea" exhibition at Gallery Hyundai in central Seoul. ![]()
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