Shota Suzuki, Gingko Leaf, 2023, brass, gold powder, H21 5/8 x W9 x D10 1/4 in (H55 x W23 x D26 cm); Courtesy Ippodo Gallery
When our Asia Week New York galleries open their doors to the public next month, from March 13–21, 2025, a vibrant array of cutting-edge Asian art exhibitions will take center stage alongside the treasures of the past. This year, contemporary showcases highlight the dynamic evolution of Asian artistic traditions, bridging history and modernity through bold innovation and thought- provoking themes.
Gu Gan born (b. 1942), Red Autumn, 2003, Chinese ink and color on self-made paper, 19 5⁄8 x 19 5⁄8 in (50 x 50 cm); Courtesy Alisan Fine Arts
Among the many highlights, Alisan Fine Arts presents Reconstructed Realities, featuring the striking works of Gu Gan, Lee Chun-Yi, and Wucius Wong, whose innovative approaches challenge traditional notions of space and form. Fu Qiumeng Fine Art explores the expressive potential of ink in Fluid Strength: The Art of Ink, while visitors seeking an exclusive, in-depth engagement with contemporary Chinese ink traditions can arrange a private viewing at INKStudio.
Inoue Yuichi, Hin (poverty, the naked state of birth, in Zenphilosophy), 1974, ink on Japanese paper, framed, 49.6 x 42.9 in (126 x 106.5 cm); Courtesy Shibunkaku
Japan’s artistic heritage is equally celebrated through exhibitions that embrace both classical techniques and modern interpretations. Ippodo Gallery presents Light and Abundance: Gold in Japanese Art, a luminous exploration of gold’s presence in both contemporary and traditional works. At Joan B Mirviss LTD, Beyond the Surface: The Unity of Form and Pattern places the intricate ceramics of Wada Morihiro in dialogue with Postwar Japanese Calligraphy and Painting, the exhibition presented by Shibunkaku. Thomsen Gallery showcases Japanese Modern Masterpieces 1910-1950, an exquisite collection of works that highlight the evolution of modern Japanese art in the early 20th century.
Honma Koichi, Taking Wing, 2023, menyadake and nemagari bamboo, 22 x 18 x 11 in; Courtesy TAI Modern
Dai Ichi Arts, Ltd. presents Mingei Modern, demonstrating the enduring influence of the Mingei aesthetic philosophy on today’s artists. Onishi Gallery debuts Kogei and Art, a remarkable exploration of genres of highly skilled Japanese artistic expression encompassing ceramics, lacquerware, and metalwork. The works in the solo exhibition of Takashi Seto at Seizan Gallery embody a masterful balance between tradition and innovation, while TAI Modern introduces From Timber to Tiger: The Many Bamboos of Japanese Bamboo Art, revealing the extraordinary versatility of this medium.
Bohnchang Koo (b. 1953), “VA 23”, 2017, archival pigment print, edition: 2/10, 35.4 x 28.3 in (50 x 40 cm); Courtesy HK Art & Antiques LLC
Representing Korea, HK Art & Antiques LLC, displays Elegance and Simplicity: Bohnchang Koo and Geejo Lee, a dual exhibition celebrating these two Korean artists whose minimalist works capture the subtle beauty of historical Korean ceramics and objects.
Chen Duxi, Contemplate-Flying into Fairyland, 2024, mineral color pigment on silk, 18 7/8 x 14 1/8 in (48 x 36 cm); Courtesy Fu Qiumeng Fine Art
With our dynamic programming and world-class exhibitions, Asia Week New York continues to be a premier destination for collectors, scholars, and art enthusiasts eager to explore the latest movements shaping the field of Asian art!
We look forward to celebrating the beauty and diversity of Asian art with you next month!