Cover Guillermo Lorca, The Transformation, 2024 (Tang Contemporary Art) (Photo: courtesy of Tang Contemporary Art)
Guillermo Lorca, The Transformation, 2024 (Tang Contemporary Art) (Photo: courtesy of Tang Contemporary Art)
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H Queen’s is a beacon where art, history and innovation converge, illuminating Hong Kong’s cultural landscape. Bringing together world-renowned galleries, groundbreaking exhibitions and immersive experiences, it forms a constellation of creativity. This March, as the city celebrates art month, H Queen’s invites visitors to explore a dynamic fusion of artistic expression, heritage and modernity.
For centuries, literature and culture have held a sacred place in Chinese thought, deeply woven into both philosophy and mythology. At the heart of this reverence is Wenchang Wang, the Taoist deity of culture and literature, whose name means “king of flourishing culture”. Often depicted as an elderly scholar holding a pen and a book bearing the words “Heaven determines literary achievement,” he represents the belief that artistic and intellectual success is both a personal pursuit and a gift from the divine. Once embodied by ancient academies and scholars’ halls, this philosophy now finds a striking modern form in H Queen’s, Hong Kong’s vertical art hub, where tradition and innovation quietly converge.
Above Emma McIntyre, White chalk south against time, 2024 (David Zwirner) (Photo: courtesy of the artist, Château Shatto, Los Angeles, and David Zwirner, New York)
Emma McIntyre, White chalk south against time, 2024 (David Zwirner) (Photo: courtesy of the artist, Château Shatto, Los Angeles, and David Zwirner, New York)
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Just as Wenchang Wang is represented by a constellation of stars, symbolising the divine forces guiding literature and wisdom, H Queen’s brings together seven internationally renowned galleries, forming a unified beacon of artistic excellence. Located in the heart of Central, H Queen’s is a place where creative energy converges. It offers visitors a seamless, elevated experience, where they can walk between floors to engage with an eclectic line-up of exhibitions, all within one visionary hub.
This March, as Hong Kong’s art month unfolds, H Queen’s becomes a multisensory cultural destination. Across its many floors, a striking collection of exhibitions showcases diverse forms of artistic expression. David Zwirner presents “Among My Swan”, the first solo show in Asia by New Zealand-born artist Emma McIntyre. New Art Est-Ouest Auctions unveils a remarkable selection of classical Chinese paintings, spanning from the late Qing Dynasty to the early 1980s, including the prestigious collection from Japanese statesman Tsuyoshi Inukai. Whitestone Gallery’s “Sacred Nexus” is a solo exhibition unveiling over 20 new works by acclaimed Japanese artist Miwa Komatsu.
Above LOT 128 LIU WEI – UNTITLED (New Art Est-Ouest Auctions) (Photo: courtesy of New Art Est-Ouest Auctions)
LOT 128 LIU WEI – UNTITLED (New Art Est-Ouest Auctions) (Photo: courtesy of New Art Est-Ouest Auctions)
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Tang Contemporary Art’s “Ritual, Trauma and Allegory” brings together eight international artists who explore the transformative power of painting through destructive rituals, the archaeology of trauma and allegorical resistance. Pace Gallery introduces “The Shape of the World”, an exhibition of work by American artist Robert Indiana (1928 – 2018), while Supper Club disrupts the conventional gallery experience with a daring blend of avant-garde performances and experimental art. Finally, Saatchi Yates presents American artist Will St. John’s debut Asian solo exhibition, where classical realism meets contemporary narrative. His meticulously rendered compositions incorporate uncanny, otherworldly elements that disrupt expectations, heightening their dreamlike, transformative quality.
Beyond the exhibitions, H Queen’s brings artistic inspiration to the culinary world. Michelin-starred Arbor has created a menu inspired by renowned artist Xie Jing-lan(Lalan)’s watercolour paintings; TABLE by Sandy Keung curates dishes reflecting Komatsu, Indiana and McIntyre’s work, paired with live jazz; La Petite Maison presents artful cocktails and dessert; and there are further gourmet experiences at Gassan and Omaroo Grill.
Above Miwa Komatsu, The Spirits are Always Near, 2025 (Whitestone Gallery) (Photo: courtesy of Miwa Komatsu and Whitestone Gallery)
Miwa Komatsu, The Spirits are Always Near, 2025 (Whitestone Gallery) (Photo: courtesy of Miwa Komatsu and Whitestone Gallery)
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Above Robert Indiana,Love (Red Outside Gold inside) 1966-1999, Conceived: 1966; Executed: 1999 (Pace Gallery) (Photo: courtesy of Pace Gallery)
Robert Indiana,Love (Red Outside Gold inside) 1966-1999, Conceived: 1966; Executed: 1999 (Pace Gallery) (Photo: courtesy of Pace Gallery)
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Just as the stars of Wenchang align to shape the celestial realm of knowledge, artistic institutions come together to illuminate the soul of a city. Without them, creativity scatters, inspiration dims and the rhythm of progress falters. H Queen’s is a testament to this necessity—a place where diverse artistic voices converge, igniting conversations that transcend time and place. When creativity, heritage and innovation intertwine, they shape not only the cultural landscape but also the future itself.
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