Ricky Swallow's Spoon Sculptures Debut in Sydney, De Sarthe Gallery Expands in Hong Kong, Eggplants Stolen in Singapore

On August 6, 2023, Ricky Swallow's massive stainless steel spoons, titled Bent Forms #1–#4 (2025), were unveiled at the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia in Sydney, where they will remain on display until July 20, 2026. Swallow's work delves into "formal mystery" through distorted forms. Meanwhile, De Sarthe gallery in Hong Kong is set to move to a new 930-square-meter location in Vita Tower, with an opening scheduled for September 20, showcasing artists focused on technology. In Auckland, Suzy Park will take on the role of lead curator at Te Tuhi starting in November, relocating from Seoul during renovations that will last until 2026. Additionally, Monira Al Qadiri's First Sun (2025) is set to premiere in Central Park, New York, on September 3, before traveling to Toronto after August 2, 2026. Lastly, Suzann Victor's Still Life (1992/2025) was vandalized at the National Gallery Singapore.