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Sunday, July 19, 2026 · No. 199
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Frieze Seoul LIVE Programme to Feature Performances by Yagwang, Chang Younghae
FairSeoulJul 16

Frieze Seoul LIVE Programme to Feature Performances by Yagwang, Chang Younghae

Frieze has partnered with Seoul's Art Sonje Center to present the LIVE programme for its Seoul fair, showcasing female, queer, and intersectional artists. The programme includes performances by Yagwang and Chang Younghae, among 11 Korean artists.

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Frieze Seoul's Fifth Edition Announces New Curated Sections and Expanded Programme
FairSeoulJul 16

Frieze Seoul's Fifth Edition Announces New Curated Sections and Expanded Programme

The fifth edition of Frieze Seoul will once again connect the global art world to Asia, with new curated sections and an expanded programme. The fair continues to build on its role as a platform for international galleries and artists, fostering dialogue between Asian and Western art scenes.

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Frieze London 2026 Connects Global Art World to Asia with Expanded Programme

Frieze London 2026 Connects Global Art World to Asia with Expanded Programme

The fifth edition of Frieze London has opened, once again connecting the global art world to that of Asia, with new curated sections and an expanded programme.

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Frieze Seoul's Fifth Edition to Feature Expanded Programme, New Curated Sections
FairSeoulJul 16

Frieze Seoul's Fifth Edition to Feature Expanded Programme, New Curated Sections

Frieze announced the fifth edition of its Seoul fair, which will once again connect the global art world to Asia with new curated sections and an expanded programme. The fair, which has been held annually since 2022, aims to strengthen ties between international and Asian art scenes.

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Frieze New York 2026 Features Special Commission, Artist Videos, and Neighborhood Tours

Frieze New York 2026 Features Special Commission, Artist Videos, and Neighborhood Tours

Frieze has released a series of features and videos in conjunction with Frieze New York 2026. The fair includes a special commission by an artist and photographer depicting Latinx and global diasporic women of New York City.

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Frieze Announces Fifth Edition of Asian Fair with Expanded Programme
FairSeoulJul 16

Frieze Announces Fifth Edition of Asian Fair with Expanded Programme

Frieze has announced the fifth edition of its art fair dedicated to connecting the global art world to Asia, featuring new curated sections and an expanded programme.

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Frieze London 2026 to Feature Expanded Programme and New Curated Sections

Frieze London 2026 to Feature Expanded Programme and New Curated Sections

Frieze announced the fifth edition of its London fair, which will once again connect the global art world to Asia, with new curated sections and an expanded programme.

FairArt FairContemporaryLondon
Frieze Seoul 2025 Announces Fifth Edition With 125+ Galleries, New Curated Sections
FairSeoulJul 16

Frieze Seoul 2025 Announces Fifth Edition With 125+ Galleries, New Curated Sections

On July 16, 2026, Frieze announced details of the fifth edition of Frieze Seoul, to be held September 2–5, 2026, at COEX in Gangnam. More than 125 galleries from 30 countries will participate, with over 70% based in the Asia-Pacific region and more than 50 operating permanent spaces in Seoul.

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Frieze Seoul Fifth Edition Connects Global Art World to Asia, Adds Curated Section
FairSeoulJul 16

Frieze Seoul Fifth Edition Connects Global Art World to Asia, Adds Curated Section

The fifth edition of Frieze Seoul will feature a new curated section by Wonseok Koh, foregrounding underrepresented modern artists across 12 solo shows.

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Frieze London 2026 Opens with Expanded Asia-Focused Programme

Frieze London 2026 Opens with Expanded Asia-Focused Programme

On July 16, 2026, Frieze announced its fifth edition of Frieze London, which connects the global art world to Asia through new curated sections and an expanded programme.

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V&A Announces 2027 Programme: Punk to Pop, Sculpture in Clay, Chintz, South Asia Now, Westwood Jewellery

V&A Announces 2027 Programme: Punk to Pop, Sculpture in Clay, Chintz, South Asia Now, Westwood Jewellery

On July 15, 2026, the Victoria and Albert Museum announced its 2027 exhibition programme spanning three sites: V&A South Kensington, V&A East Museum, and V&A Dundee.

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Ron Mueck Exhibition at Mori Art Museum Surpasses 200,000 Visitors

Ron Mueck Exhibition at Mori Art Museum Surpasses 200,000 Visitors

On July 14, 2026, the Mori Art Museum announced that its ongoing Ron Mueck exhibition surpassed 200,000 visitors as of July 9, 2026. Co-organized with the Fondation Cartier pour l'art contemporain, the show marks the artist's first major solo presentation in Japan in 18 years.

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Christie's Hong Kong Spring Sales Total HKD 958M / USD 124M

Christie's Hong Kong Spring Sales Total HKD 958M / USD 124M

Christie's Hong Kong 2026 spring luxury week live auctions achieved a combined total of HKD 958 million (USD 124 million), the auction house announced.

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Thaddaeus Ropac to Present Antony Gormley 'Still Moving' at Long Museum West Bund

Thaddaeus Ropac to Present Antony Gormley 'Still Moving' at Long Museum West Bund

The Long Museum in Shanghai is presenting Still Moving, the first major exhibition of Antony Gormley’s work in China. The show features Critical Mass II from 1995, an installation of 60 life-size cast iron body forms, which is making its first appearance in Asia.

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Art Basel Hong Kong Announces Visitor Guidelines and Security Protocols for Upcoming Fair

Art Basel Hong Kong Announces Visitor Guidelines and Security Protocols for Upcoming Fair

Art Basel Hong Kong supplies a floorplan to locate participating galleries and information on its Conversations and film program at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Partners listed are the Hong Kong Tourism Board, Qatar Airways and Westminster Travel Ltd.

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