The Facts
On August 26, 2026, Thaddaeus Ropac announced Lee Kang So's exhibition 'Emergence and Dissolution' at the LOTTE Museum of Art in Seoul, running from August 21 to November 1, 2026. The show spans the artist's decades-long career, featuring works across painting, sculpture, photography, video, and performance, all unified by his philosophical approach to artmaking. Lee, one of Korea's most significant contemporary artists, explores the concept of unfolding, challenging viewers to reconsider notions of completion and embrace the unfinished process as a site of meaning. The exhibition draws from his extensive body of experimental work, offering a comprehensive view of his fluid, cross-media practice.
The Signal
For collectors and curators, this exhibition underscores Lee Kang So's enduring relevance in the contemporary art world, particularly his pioneering role in Korean experimental art since the 1970s. The presentation at a major Seoul institution signals continued institutional validation of his work, potentially influencing market interest in his pieces across media. The thematic focus on process over completion aligns with broader contemporary discourse on the value of artistic labor and conceptual depth, making this a significant moment for both new and established collectors to engage with his practice.
- Artists: Lee Kang So
- Galleries: Thaddaeus Ropac
- Museums: LOTTE Museum of Art
- Locations: Seoul
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