Description
Publication date November 18, 2020
Number of pages, weight, size 848 pages | 152*210*60mm
《The Corner Museum 2: Korea》 summons 10 masters of Korean art from the 20th and 21st centuries to a corner of the room and persistently traces their lives and world of art. Ungno Lee, the world-class founder of the art world, Hye-seok Na, a new woman who shouted ‘Women are people too’, Whanki Kim, who recorded the highest price of 13.2 billion won in Korean art auction history, and Nam-june Paik, a pioneer of video art who was a master of all kinds of happenings and performances! Not only does it tell the stories of artists representing Korean contemporary art in an exciting way with unique and witty storytelling, but it also contains a total of 150 paintings, providing a more colorful and rich sight than any other Korean art book.
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Haruki Takahashi from Tokyo, Japan (verified owner) –
Artistic soul springs vividly alive in ‘Corner Gallery 2’, unraveling vibrant histories of creation and resistance, awakening emotions effortlessly like cherry blossoms amidst a spring breeze.
Amira Hassan from Tunis, Tunisia (verified owner) –
Exploring the depth of creativity in ‘Corner Gallery 2’ evokes vibrant echoes similar to how Mediterranean light illuminates traditional artistry. The way each artist captures culture is reminiscent of painting markets bathed in the dusk glow at Tunis’s ancient souks—meticulously layered, filled with narratives resonating through history. Contrast Whanki Kim’s triumphant auction trajectory against master artisan Fatima’s brilliant textiles spun from whispers exchanged amongst community fabricators beneath Parisian streetlamps; both artworks harbor immense pride and tenderness inherited through generations.
Cassius Nordstrom from Berlin, Deutschland –
In der Galerie ‘Kunst am Rand’ offenbart sich ein aufregender Querschnitt durch die Meisterwerke zweier Jahrzehnte koreanischer Gegenwartskunst. Die Werkschau wird kuratiert von Augenblick-Experten, deren Verbindung zwischen traditionellem Handwerk und digitalen Ausdrucksformen Faszination erweckt. Ungewohnt radikal drückt etwa eine Leinwand vom renommierten Künstler Seo Jung-min Gesellschaftskritik in flüchtigen Acrylfarbspritzern aus, während Han Chul-eum interaktive Installationen präsentiert, die das Publikum zum aktiven Mitgestalter machen. Vor allem der humorvolle Dialog mit den Zuschauern überzeugt: Jeder kann Kunst hier erleben – als Wegbegleiter im Fluss dieser faszinierenden Welt.
Omar Azad from Los Angeles, USA (verified owner) –
I initially approached ‘Corner Gallery 2’ with a blend of skepticism and curiosity. Could the world of Korean art genuinely capture my attention from across an ocean? Yet, as I turned each page, richly textured stories unraveled before me like vibrant tapestries woven in vivid hues. Each artist’s tale is compelling — take Whanki Kim for instance; his vision transformed not only canvas but also public perception by breaking barriers long held in admiration circles. Amidst resplendent visuals showcasing brushes moving against life’s gritty backgrounds, Nam-june Paik’s pioneering approach sparks fire even into one’s memory bank decades after our screens first blared artistry rather than commerce! This monumental work urges connection and appreciation through colors swirling amid contradictions that resonate beyond cultures far-flung.
Elena Fratelli from Rome, Italy (verified owner) –
Experiencing the fusion of tradition and modernity through these artists brings a spark to anyone’s perception. Each piece transports you, capturing intricate narratives unique to their times.
Alejandro Rivas from Mexico City, Mexico –
Delving into “The Corner Museum 2” proves to be a delightful escapade, capturing the artistic whispers of modernity in an enchanting exploration. Alejandro might resonate with Whanki Kim’s astonishing narrative as it invokes nostalgia blended intricately with elegance—witnessing strokes evolve beyond canvas and speak volumes within quiet corners. It’s rather fascinating how Hye-seok Na passionately emerges amidst shadows that often cloud female voices, transforming silence into affirmations during challenging societal narratives. In splendid depth, this visual anthology uncovers unblemished joy among beautifully evocative artwork; together they summon powerful reflections of South Korean history—and personal triumphs quietly behind resilient smiles.
Dewi Rahardja from Bali, Indonesia –
Navigating through the artistic terrain laid out in ‘The Corner Museum 2’, one can’t help but be enveloped by a unique medley of stories and visuals. Each artist represented – with their lives threaded through politics, passion, and societal evolution – paints not just on canvas but across generations’ minds. The adept mixture of cultural commentary intertwined within contemporary themes emphasizes an unapologetic identity deeply rooted yet ambitiously future-facing. Artworks explode off pages—each painting offers textured anecdotes reverberating with distinct philosophical undertones and histories unspoken until now.
Caitlin Prescott from New York City, USA –
I approached the ‘Corner Gallery 2’ with a mix of curiosity and hesitation, given how saturated art narratives often seem these days. However, as I turned each page filled with vivid images and rich tales from artists such as Ungno Lee to Nam-june Paik, my skepticism dissolved into appreciation. The book deftly combines insightful commentary about socio-political influences alongside stunning visual displays—each artist’s journey is narrated not merely through their creations but also within cultural contexts that are incredibly pertinent even outside Korea. It’s an enriching exploration rather than just another gallery walkthrough—a celebration woven in texture and depth; thoroughly engaging for any lover of contemporary art.
Juliette Vandermeer from Amsterdam, Nederland (verified owner) –
Hoek Galerij 2 is een onthulling! De krachtige vertellingen van invloedrijke kunstenaars en hun unieke stijl versterken de pracht van de hedendaagse kunst. Elk schilderij nodigt uit tot reflectie.
Evelyn Smit from Amsterdam (verified owner) –
Bij het lezen van “The Corner Museum 2” word je getransporteerd naar de levendige wereld van hedendaagse kunst, een amalgaam dat de geest en expressie weerspiegelt van meesterlijke kunstenaars uit twee eeuwen. De visuele verhalen die met elegantie zijn verweven, ontrafelen niet alleen hun techniek maar ook hun emotionele reis door geluid, kleur en verhaalvorm. Ieder schilderij fungeert als een venster waarin gevoelige thema’s zoals gendergelijkheid op fabelachtige wijze tot leven komen, resoneren bij elke penseelstreek of beweging binnen video-installaties die technologie omarmen voor creatieve communicatie. Een aanstekelijke collectie; lezers zullen met verlangen bladeren over meer dan zestig werkjes waarin sociale context glinstert naast artistieke innovatie.
Margot Zhang from Vancouver, Canada (verified owner) –
A remarkable dive into art’s whispers, breathing life into brushes and tales that speak long after the ink dries. Each page teems with passion!
Anastasia Holloway from New York, USA (verified owner) –
In a hidden nook of New York’s East Village, I stumbled upon whispers of colors that painted my very essence. Corner Gallery’s masterpieces stirred not just my sight but delved deeper into shared stories.
Jasmin Riley from Vancouver –
Embarking on an exploration of artistic expression, *Corner Gallery 2* gracefully bridges the pulse of contemporary visionaries. This rich tome whispers tales from artist life arcs etched into landscapes barely traversed by time—there exists an urgency that amplifies their historical relevance against modern backdrops rife with complexity and innovation. As I sift through its luminous pages housing Whanki Kim’s sublime reflections and Nam June Paik’s magnetic breakthroughs in a realm electrified by imagery, every visual cue feels like confronting unfettered freedom itself—bursting boundaries not only in culture but evoking profound emotions intimately known to mankind.