Christie shines a light on Lee Jung-Seob
Published: ASIA
KOREA: Following prior work on digital art and performance projects utilising Christie solutions, Imtec, the manufacturer’s Korean partner, has been called upon for the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art’s The 100th Anniversary of the Birth of Korean Modern Masters – Lee Jung-Seob exhibition. Imtec has deployed five E Series 1DLP projectors at the exhibition, which is showcasing the artwork of Lee Jung-Seob and sponsored by Christie.
The five edge-blended projectors have been setup to display the artist’s pieces across two canvases for the duration of the five-month exhibit. A 16m x 3m canvas makes use of four of the 1DLP units, projecting experimental paintings that Mr Jung-Seob originally produced on the 15cm x 9cm metal foil linings of cigarette packets in high definition. The remaining projector lights up a 4m x 3m canvas with digital versions of pieces created during the Korean War, such as the Illusion of Seogwipo.
‘The Christie E Series projectors have presented Lee Jung-Seob’s paintings in such a beautiful and realistic way that we are able to get a glimpse of the life of this artistic genius,’ noted Min-Don Joo, director at Imtec. ‘We’re very honored to be involved in this important exhibition featuring one of the most celebrated Korean artists in modern times by showcasing his priceless artworks using Christie’s advanced projection technology.’
‘We are delighted that the Christie E Series has been chosen for this landmark exhibition that commemorates the 100th anniversary of Lee Jung-Seob's birth,’ commented Christie Korea general manager, Henry Khang. ‘In recent years, large venues such as museums and theaters are increasingly relying on visual technologies to showcase precious works of art and performances. We look forward to collaborating with more artists and event venue operators to bring more art forms to life.’