Massive Hiroshige Collection Heads to Christie's—and More Industry Intel

The Portland Art Museum has appointed a new director, and Frieze Seoul is set to relocate to a new venue in 2027. These developments are part of a roundup of industry news. The most significant item is the upcoming sale of a massive collection of works by Japanese ukiyo-e artist Utagawa Hiroshige at Christie's. The collection, which is being offered by a private collector, includes a wide range of Hiroshige's famous woodblock prints, such as views of Mount Fuji and the Fifty-three Stations of the Tōkaidō. The auction is expected to attract significant interest from collectors and institutions. The Portland Art Museum's new director brings a wealth of experience in museum leadership and curation. Frieze Seoul's move to a new location in 2027 is part of the fair's expansion plans in Asia. These updates were reported by Artnet News on August 14.