Visual Arts

A Concept Gallery Hong Kong presents Cabinet of Curiosities, joint exhibition of Konstantin Bessmertny and Halley Cheng. The two artists will create and present rare, eclectic and esoteric objects in contemporary setting with three-dimensional models and watercolor drawings. Exhibition will be from 6 June to 20 July. The opening reception will be held on 6 June, starting from 6pm. All are welcome to join.
The Cabinet of Curiosities or the Wunderkammer is widely regarded as the precursor of museum, displaying a widely variety of objects such as antiques, natural historical collections, technological inventions and exotic objects in a room. In addition to appreciating the delicate objects, the curiosity of the collector and the creative perspective of the arranger are highlighted, posing a scintillating gambit to curators. Inspired by the idea of this particular fashion of displaying object, this exhibition emphasis the curating aspect of artist and highlight their attentions. Both Konstantinand Halley Cheng are skilled in different art mediums. Their flexible techniques allow them to “collect” curious things from the artistic eyes without the limitations of period, time, structure and styles.