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Peter Alexander's translucent sculptures debut in Seoul

exhibition · 2026-05-10

Pace Gallery's Seoul outpost is hosting an exhibition of sculptures by Peter Alexander, a key figure in the California Light and Space movement, through June 5. The show marks Alexander's first solo presentation in Korea and features several works created in 2020, the year of his death. Known for translucent, light-emitting polyester resin pieces, Alexander was a contemporary of James Turrell and Robert Irwin. The exhibition evokes Southern California's atmosphere and references Mark Rothko.

Key facts

  • Pace Gallery Seoul is exhibiting Peter Alexander's sculptures.
  • The exhibition runs through June 5.
  • It is Alexander's first solo show in Korea.
  • Several works were created in 2020, the year of his death.
  • Alexander was a key figure in the California Light and Space movement.
  • He developed iconic polyester resin sculptures in the 1960s.
  • The works evoke Southern California's natural landscape.
  • Art historical references include Mark Rothko.

Entities

Artists

  • Peter Alexander
  • James Turrell
  • Robert Irwin
  • Mark Rothko

Institutions

  • Pace Gallery

Locations

  • Seoul
  • South Korea
  • Los Angeles
  • California
  • Southern California

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