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Art Basel Postponed from March to May 2021

Art Basel today postponed its Hong Kong fair, which was scheduled to take place in March 2021, to May 2021 in response to the ongoing impact of the Wuhan virus pandemic and related travel restrictions.

Adeline Ooi, Director Asia, Art Basel said: “We believe shifting the fair to May is the right decision given the current development of the pandemic and its impact on international travel restrictions. By taking the decision early, our aim is to support our galleries in advance planning for their 2021 programs. We very much look forward to hosting our show in May next year and to welcoming gallerists, collectors, and art lovers back to Hong Kong at that time.”

The 2021 edition of Art Basel Hong Kong will be held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) from 21-23 May, 2021, with preview days on 19-20 May.

Art Basel
Date: 21-23 May, 2021
Venue: HK Convention and Exhibition Centre
Tickets: tbc

SurrealHK Photo Exhibition

Before Hong Kong’s reality became surreal there was SurrealHK creating the surreal out of Hong Kong… How there’s an exhibition… And his Facebook page SurrealHK.

Here are some of our favourites

SurrealHK
Date: 31 October – 8 November, 2020
Venue: 13A, New Street, Tai Ping Shan
Tickets: free
More info:
12-7pm

Botticelli and His Times

Botticelli and His Times – Masterworks from the Uffizi
Date: 23 October, 2020 – 3 March, 2021
Venue: Hong Kong Museum of Art, The Special Gallery
Tickets: $30, $21, $15
More info:
A cultural movement that grew out of Florence, the Renaissance was a period in history when people rediscovered and developed a renewed interest in the classic Greek and Roman cultures. Humanist ideas were embraced in various fields such as philosophy, art and scientific research, with a focus on humanity, exploration and the discovery of truth.

Through the display of over 40 precious works from The Uffizi Galleries and another institution, this exhibition presents the humanist ideals pursued by artists at the time, as reflected in their portraits and religious paintings. Drawing attention to the paintings by Sandro Botticelli, the juxtaposition of other masters of the time such as Filippo Lippi, further reveals the relationships between artists and patrons, which also run parallel with the pivotal role of the Medici family and the literati group in the emergence of a new era in history.

Floating Companion

Florentijn Hofman’s giant yellow floating duck was the talk of the town in 2013, what will Hongkongers make of ‘Companion’ the 37-metre-long inflatable version of American street artist Kaws signature character which will float in the middle of Victoria Harbour later this month during Art Basel.

The 10-day waterborne installation starts on the 22 March and Hong Kong is the latest stop for the touring exhibition dubbed ‘Kaws:Holiday’. Companion will be anchored in the harbour by a metal base weighing 40 tons, with the project costing an insane HK$10 million.

Art Week 2019

The art world focuses on Hong Kong in March with three exhibitions bringing thousands of art pieces from emerging and established artists.

As the old cliche goes ‘one man’s art though is another’s trash’ and you’ll wonder exactly what the attraction of some pieces are – but there’s enough variety that you’ll likely find a few things to discus, enjoy and perhaps even buy.

Art Central
The fifth anniversary edition of a contemporary art fair in the heart of Hong Kong at the Central Harbourfront 26-31 March 2019 (First Night 26 March) with over 100 exhibitors showcasing the next generation of talent alongside some of the most established galleries from across Asia.

Art Central
Date: 26-31 March 2019
Venue: Central Harbourfront
Tickets: tbc
More info:
VIP Preview
Tuesday 26 March, 2 pm – 5 pm

First Night
Tuesday 26 March, 5 pm – 9 pm

General Opening Hours
Wednesday 27 March, 11 am – 5 pm
Thursday 28 March, 12 pm- 9 pm
Friday 29 March, 12 pm – 9 pm
Saturday 30 March, 11 am – 7 pm
Sunday 31 March, 11 am – 5pm

Art Basel
Many of the world’s leading modern and contemporary art galleries display paintings, drawings, sculptures, installations, prints, photography, film, video, and digital art by over 4,000 artists.

Art Basel
Date: 29-31 March 2019
Venue: HK Convention and Exhibition Centre
Tickets: $950-$150 from HKTicketing
More info:
29 March: 1-8pm
30 March: 1-8pm
31 March: 11am-6pm

Asia Contemporary Art Show – Spring Edition 2019
Artworks from Asia and the world at the Asia Contemporary Art Show, March 29 – April 1 at the Conrad Hong Kong. Browse and buy original paintings, limited editions, sculpture and photography from some of the world’s most interesting and promising artists.

Asia Contemporary Art Show – Spring Edition 2019
Date: 29 March – 1 April, 2019
Venue: 40/F-43/F, Conrad Hong Kong
Tickets: $250
More info:
29 March: 3–9pm
30 March: 1–8pm
31 March: 1–8pm
1 April: 11am-6pm