The moving art of Lalan

Poon says the point of hosting a solo show by an artist who is no longer under the radar is to encourage viewers to read Lalan's paintings in the socio-historical context in which they were created and wonder about their significance today.

"We would like audiences to rethink the value of popular names in the art market. We have tried to expand the academic discussion on Lalan's works," she says, referring to the panels featuring art scholars, curators and gallery owners that ASHK has organized. Allen Lam was invited to choreograph a new dance composition in response to the video of Lalan's 1995 performance. The piece was performed in the striking outdoor spaces of the ASHK building.

It's all part of a concerted effort to acquaint more people with the legacy of a free-spirited artist who remained in relative obscurity during her lifetime.

If you go

Extended Figure: the Art and Inspiration of Lalan

Dates: Through Sept 19

Venue: Chantal Miller Gallery, Asia Society Hong Kong Center, 9 Justice Drive, Admiralty