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（中文版本詳見留言區👇🏻） The University Museum and Art Gallery (UMAG), The University of Hong Kong (HKU), is honoured to present 8 times 8. stories．series．systems in mythology & art. The exhibition highlights the crucial role of the number 8 in mythology and art. In Asian art this can be seen, for example, in the 8 trigrams of the I Ching, the 8 Immortals, the 8 Buddhist symbols or Auspicious objects. These interrelated elements are often depicted as a group of 8 in the form of a serial narrative, which are supplemented by motifs of pairs, figures or scenes from stories, landscapes, plants, flowers, animals, ornaments and symbols. Several objects – each consisting of eight sections – were selected from the UMAG collection to demonstrate the diversity and richness of serial narratives in Chinese art and craftsmanship. In addition to the narrative structure, these eight-part objects can be understood as components of superordinate systems. In the microcosm of their diverse details, they refer to the macrocosm of mythology, which results in a network of relationships that continuously refer back to one another. This dynamic interplay between individual elements within a larger whole is also evident in the contemporary artworks of YAU Wing Fung (*1990) and Daphne Alexis HO (*1975) from Hong Kong, YU Hee (*1967) from Korea, Adrian FALKNER (*1979) from Switzerland and Klaus MERKEL (*1953) and Arvid BOECKER (*1964) from Germany. However, in their work this interaction unfolds through form and colour, alienation and manipulation, as well as self-referential quotations and artistic dialogue. The six contemporary artists are juxtaposed with the traditional works of applied art so as to demonstrate that serial and systemic narratives are still used today as artistic strategies. The interplay between the individual symbols and the overarching programme mirrors the relationship between contemporary art and traditional arts and crafts. Together, they complement each other in an inspiring way, inviting the visitors to uncover hidden meanings and deeper connections.

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The University Museum and Art Gallery (UMAG), The University of Hong Kong (HKU), is honoured to present 8 times 8. stories．series．systems in mythology & art. The exhibition highlights the crucial role of the number 8 in mythology and art. In Asian art this can be seen, for example, in the 8 trigrams of the I Ching, the 8 Immortals, the 8 Buddhist symbols or Auspicious objects. These interrelated elements are often depicted as a group of 8 in the form of a serial narrative, which are supplemented by motifs of pairs, figures or scenes from stories, landscapes, plants, flowers, animals, ornaments and symbols.

Several objects – each consisting of eight sections – were selected from the UMAG collection to demonstrate the diversity and richness of serial narratives in Chinese art and craftsmanship. In addition to the narrative structure, these eight-part objects can be understood as components of superordinate systems. In the microcosm of their diverse details, they refer to the macrocosm of mythology, which results in a network of relationships that continuously refer back to one another.

This dynamic interplay between individual elements within a larger whole is also evident in the contemporary artworks of YAU Wing Fung (*1990) and Daphne Alexis HO (*1975) from Hong Kong, YU Hee (*1967) from Korea, Adrian FALKNER (*1979) from Switzerland and Klaus MERKEL (*1953) and Arvid BOECKER (*1964) from Germany. However, in their work this interaction unfolds through form and colour, alienation and manipulation, as well as self-referential quotations and artistic dialogue.

The six contemporary artists are juxtaposed with the traditional works of applied art so as to demonstrate that serial and systemic narratives are still used today as artistic strategies. The interplay between the individual symbols and the overarching programme mirrors the relationship between contemporary art and traditional arts and crafts. Together, they complement each other in an inspiring way, inviting the visitors to uncover hidden meanings and deeper connections. ...

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🎻 Seasons of Passion: Brahms Meets Piazzolla 🎶 Join us for a captivating chamber music performance that brings together the passionate melodies of Astor Piazzolla and Johannes Brahms! UPDATE: Thank you for your overwhelming response - our event is now sold out! However, you can still sign up on our waiting list, and we'll notify you if any seats become available. 🗓 Date: 11 March 2025 (Tuesday) ⏰ Time: 6:00–7:00 PM (Admission: 5:45–6:00 PM) 📍 Venue: Drake Gallery, UMAG, HKU 🎟 Free admission | Link in bio!

🎻 Seasons of Passion: Brahms Meets Piazzolla 🎶

Join us for a captivating chamber music performance that brings together the passionate melodies of Astor Piazzolla and Johannes Brahms!

UPDATE: Thank you for your overwhelming response - our event is now sold out! However, you can still sign up on our waiting list, and we`ll notify you if any seats become available.

🗓 Date: 11 March 2025 (Tuesday)
⏰ Time: 6:00–7:00 PM (Admission: 5:45–6:00 PM)
📍 Venue: Drake Gallery, UMAG, HKU
🎟 Free admission | Link in bio! ...

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It's about time… 🎉 We are proud to announce that UMAG will be joining @artbasel Hong Kong 2025! 👀 Meet us at our booth on Level 1 Concourse at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre! Stay tuned for more information and our upcoming events at Art Basel Hong Kong 2025! 💥 Exclusive for Art Lovers! 💥 This year, Art Basel is offering a special Art Lovers’ Package! 🎟️✨ ✅ All-access to Art Basel’s public days (March 28–30) ✅ Complimentary guided tour to enhance your experience 🎟 Limited slots available! Secure your ticket now via MeART: https://meart.art/artlover/ #artbasel2025 #artbaselhongkong UMAG 將參與 @artbasel 巴塞爾藝術展香港展會 2025！👀 期待與您於會展1樓大堂展位見面！敬請期待我們在會展的精彩活動！ 💥 藝術愛好者專屬！ 💥 巴塞爾藝術展香港展會特別為藝術愛好者們提供「Art Lovers’ Package」特別門票！🎟️✨ ✅ 尊享通行證（適用於3月28-30日） ✅ 免費導賞團，帶您深入探索展會亮點 🎟 名額有限！ 立即透過 MeART 購買門票：https://meart.art/artlover/ #巴塞爾藝術展2025 #巴塞爾藝術展香港 Image Courtesy of Art Basel 相片由巴塞爾藝術展提供

It`s about time… 🎉 We are proud to announce that UMAG will be joining @artbasel Hong Kong 2025! 👀 Meet us at our booth on Level 1 Concourse at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre! Stay tuned for more information and our upcoming events at Art Basel Hong Kong 2025!

💥 Exclusive for Art Lovers! 💥
This year, Art Basel is offering a special Art Lovers’ Package! 🎟️✨
✅ All-access to Art Basel’s public days (March 28–30)
✅ Complimentary guided tour to enhance your experience
🎟 Limited slots available! Secure your ticket now via MeART: https://meart.art/artlover/
#artbasel2025 #artbaselhongkong

UMAG 將參與 @artbasel 巴塞爾藝術展香港展會 2025！👀 期待與您於會展1樓大堂展位見面！敬請期待我們在會展的精彩活動！

💥 藝術愛好者專屬！ 💥
巴塞爾藝術展香港展會特別為藝術愛好者們提供「Art Lovers’ Package」特別門票！🎟️✨
✅ 尊享通行證（適用於3月28-30日）
✅ 免費導賞團，帶您深入探索展會亮點
🎟 名額有限！ 立即透過 MeART 購買門票：https://meart.art/artlover/

#巴塞爾藝術展2025 #巴塞爾藝術展香港

Image Courtesy of Art Basel
相片由巴塞爾藝術展提供 ...

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