Eri Ōta, Be Healthy II, 2020, lithograph
© Eri Ōta, Image courtesy of Micheko Galerie and The Culture Story
Pop and Beyond: The Diversity of Japanese Art
Jointly presented by The Culture Story and Micheko Gallerie
28 October—29 December 2023
The Culture Story and Munich-based Micheko Galerie jointed presented “Pop and Beyond: The Diversity of Japanese Art”, marking the gallery’s first pop-up project in Singapore. The exhibition featured seven Japanese artists—Katsumi Hayakawa, Kenichi Yokono Norihiko Terayama, Mari Ito, Toru Fukuda, Eri Ōta (listed by age) and Masako Inoue (age unknown)—all of whom had never shown in Singapore before.
The contemporary art scene in Japan has witnessed a flourishing and diverse range of artistic expression over the past two decades. The exhibition ‘Pop and Beyond: The Diversity of Japanese Art’ explores the work of these seven prominent Japanese artists who have made significant contributions to the country’s artistic production during this period.
Over the past two decades, Japan’s contemporary art scene has flourished, showcasing a diverse range of artistic expressions. “Pop and Beyond” explored the work of these seven artists, each of whom made significant contributions to Japan’s artistic landscape. Representing a cross-section of media and conceptual approaches, their works offered insight into the evolving narratives, histories, and socio-political contexts shaping 21st-century Japanese art.
By bringing these artists to Singapore, the exhibition provided collectors and art enthusiasts in the region with an opportunity to engage with and acquire exceptional artworks. Through their distinctive styles and perspectives, these artists invited viewers to delve deeper into the depth and richness of Japanese contemporary art.
Artists:
Katsumi Hayakawa, Kenichi Yokono Norihiko Terayama, Mari Ito, Toru Fukuda, Eri Ōta (listed by age) and Masako Inoue (age unknown).
In Collaboration With:
Micheko Galerie was founded in 2010 by Keiko Tanaka and Michele Vitucci and puts a strong focus on introducing 21st century art from Japan to European collectors and beyond. Micheko applies strong selection criteria when selecting its artists. Concept, context, continuity, technique and potential for the future are essential for its choices. Micheko Galerie acts as a bridge between its artists and European collectors and institutions.