Art collector opens treasure trove

14 Sept 03:55 Key points summarised by AI

Prominent Thai art collector Sermkhun Kunawong is opening his extensive private collection to the public on May 4, establishing the Kunawong Museum House in Bangkok.
The 5,000-square-meter museum showcases over 1,000 diverse Thai artworks, including paintings, sculptures, and artifacts from ancient periods to contemporary masters, displayed across 19 distinct zones.
The museum offers a unique, immersive experience with artworks mostly at eye-level and unconfined, aiming to narrate Thailand's artistic evolution through its various collections.
Sermkhun's vision is to share his 32-year passion for Thai art, preserve the nation's artistic heritage for future generations, and establish a new landmark for art tourism in Bangkok.
The Kunawong Museum House, located on Soi Lat Phrao 54, welcomes visitors aged 13 and above on weekends from 9:30 am to 6:00 pm, with an admission fee of 450 baht.

Bright at Midnight: Conceptual echoes of Bas Jan Ader Arrive in Bangkok

Today 15:13 Key points summarised by AI

"Bright at Midnight" marks the first institutional exhibition in Asia of Dutch conceptual artist Bas Jan Ader, showcasing his enigmatic work at Bangkok Kunsthalle until January 10, 2027.
The exhibition delves into Ader's legacy, exploring themes of vulnerability and the ephemeral, made more poignant by his 1975 disappearance at sea during an art project.
It encourages viewers to engage with art beyond its material form, featuring key pieces like "Thoughts unsaid, Then forgotten," "Light vulnerable objects threatened by eight cement bricks," and the haunting film "Launch of the Ocean Wave."
A highlight is the planned live transformation of "Light vulnerable objects threatened by eight cement bricks" in 2026, where ropes will be cut, creating a new layer of art from the destructive impact.
The exhibition challenges conventional art consumption, advocating for a deeper appreciation of conceptual and research-driven artistic practices over mere fascination with art as an asset class.