What's Happening?
Tina Kim Gallery in New York is hosting an exhibition titled 'Lee Seung Jio: Nucleus in Resonance,' which runs through November 8, 2025. The exhibition focuses on Lee Seung Jio's 'Nucleus' series, a defining aspect of his work from the late 1960s until
his death in 1990. Lee's art is characterized by cylindrical forms that reflect his engagement with the Space Age and global abstraction movements. The exhibition highlights Lee's role in Korean avant-garde circles and his unique 'mechanical aesthetic' in abstraction, which resisted the dominant Dansaekhwa movement. The gallery aims to provide a comprehensive view of Lee's contributions to Korean postwar abstraction.
Why It's Important?
The exhibition underscores Lee Seung Jio's influence on Korean and global art, highlighting his innovative approach to abstraction. By showcasing his work in New York, the exhibition brings international attention to Korean art and its historical context. This event is significant for art historians and enthusiasts interested in the cross-cultural dialogues between Western modernism and Korean artistic traditions. It also emphasizes the importance of preserving and promoting diverse artistic legacies in a globalized art world.
