Xu Bing’s Calligraphy Spreads Throughout Hong Kong
Various locations,
Why We Recommend it
Experience Square Word Calligraphy, a set of works by renowned conceptual artist Xu Bing, as they fuse Chinese and English characters and make appearances at the Hong Kong Museum of Art, Oi! and four MTR stations.
Description
Experience Xu Bing’s visionary Square Word Calligraphy, a pioneering fusion of Chinese characters and English letters into special symbols. This innovative system arranges English words into square structures resembling Chinese characters. Following the prominent conceptual artist’s role as Hong Kong’s Ambassador for Cultural Promotion since 2024, his works challenge traditional reading habits and bridge Eastern and Western cultures.
Spreading throughout the city, Xu’s art form will transform the Hong Kong Museum of Art (HKMoA) with the Eying East, Wondering West — Square Word Calligraphy Classroom exhibition from 26 March to 30 July. Likewise, from 26 March to 25 September, these creations will captivate the Sheung Wan, Admiralty, Exhibition Centre and Wan Chai MTR stations. An exhibition will also be held at Oi!.
Details
When: 26 Mar 2025 - 25 Sep 2025 Where: Various locations
