Hong Kong International Art Fair – An Insightful Look into Modern Art

Hong Kong has a longstanding reputation for its thriving art market. Considered as the third largest art market in the world, Hong Kong has attracted a number of international collectors from around the world, seeking an opportunity to witness some of the finest masterworks in Hong Kong. Therefore, it comes as no surprise that it is home to one of the preeminent art exhibitions in the world, which brings together a range of geographically diverse and quality works of art.

A highly anticipated event, Hong Kong International Art Fair is arguably one of Asia's premier art exhibitions. A coveted fixture in the international calendar, the event is held annually, usually during the month of May. The official venue of the art fair is the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, overlooking the Victoria Habour. Previous editions have included a number of galleries from around the world, including Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Southeast Asia, Australasia and China.

The resounding success of the previous editions has brought immense popularity to Asia's art market. Having been recognized for playing integral role in the international art scene, Hong Kong International Art Fair has acclaimed critical success by renowned personalities in the art world. In 2010, the international art fair welcomed over 150 internationally recognized galleries from over 29 countries.

Presenting works from classical masters such as Picasso to the more contemporary artistes such as Damian Hirst and Takashi Murakami, the international art fair provides the ideal opportunity for travellers to immerse themselves in the largest display of modern art seen in Asia. Known for its extensive showcase, some of the popular galleries that have partaken in the previous fairs are Hauser & Wirth, Gagosian Gallery, Galerie Emmanuel Perrotin, Lisson Gallery, and White Cube, offering the visitors an eclectic fusion of Asian Pacific and Western works of art.

Known as the heart of China's eclectic art culture, the 2011 edition will be a spectacular event where 260 galleries from 38 countries will come together to showcase an extensive display of the finest masterpieces around the world. Providing a significant platform for the international art community, the art fair is the ideal opportunity for artists to build long term relationships with leading galleries, renowned curators and international collectors. Hosting a number of events, the extravagant event showcases Asia's dynamic culture, with its exhibition Asia One, which focuses on emerging artists within the last five years. This multi-gallery display of works will be fascinating sight for the traveller, as it features a cross section of promising contemporary art.

Few of the events that travellers can look forward to are extensive talks by influential museum directors and other educational programs. In addition, there are a number of art tours where travellers can gain in-depth information on the galleries exhibited in the art fair.

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