Park Daesung's Late-Career Renaissance at 81
Korean artist Park Daesung, who is approaching his 81st birthday, is witnessing a resurgence in his artistic career. Known for his unique approach to traditional hangukhwa, he incorporates contemporary elements into his large-scale ink landscapes, focusing on abstract forms. His work is currently part of the “Korean National Treasures: 2,000 Years of Art” exhibition at the Art Institute of Chicago, open until July 5, before moving to the British Museum in London in September. Park has also recently exhibited at LACMA and is represented by Gana Art at TEFAF New York, receiving notable attention from several international museums.
Key facts
- Park Daesung is nearly 81 years old.
- He is considered the keeper of traditional hangukhwa painting.
- His works are in 'Korean National Treasures: 2,000 Years of Art' at the Art Institute of Chicago through July 5.
- The exhibition will move to the British Museum in London, tentatively opening in September.
- He was featured in 'Korean Treasures' at the National Museum of Asian Art in Washington, D.C., ending in February.
- He had a major solo show at LACMA in 2023.
- Gana Art in Seoul will sponsor him at TEFAF New York.
- Park described his current fame as overwhelming during an interview in his Gyeongju studio.
Entities
Artists
- Park Daesung
Institutions
- Art Institute of Chicago
- British Museum
- National Museum of Asian Art
- Los Angeles County Museum of Art
- Gana Art
- TEFAF New York
Locations
- Seoul
- South Korea
- Chicago
- London
- Washington, D.C.
- Berlin
- Kazakhstan
- Rome
- Gyeongju