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Exhibitions

Rebirth in Objects: Zhiqian Tang’s Journey Across Time and Borders

Herengracht 366
Amsterdam,
The Netherlands

Far and Close, together with Curated By, a contemporary art platform based in Amsterdam, presented the works of Chinese artist Zhiqian Tang in Huis Vasari at the Herengracht in Amsterdam. It was the first time that Tang’s sculptures, crafted from everyday objects gathered during his extensive travels between the East and West, are presented in Europe. Working as an artist for decades and cherished by Chinese collectors, a focused section of his broad oeuvre was open to the public from 27 January 2024 to 20 February 2024.

Print art · Chinese Youth Printmaking from an International Perspective

Lange Voorhout 15
The Hague,
The Netherlands

Together with the China Printmaking Museum, Far and Close is proud to sponsor the group exhibition at Pulchri Studio in The Hague from July 27 to August 25, 2024. Since its launch in 2011, the "China Youth Printmaking Exhibition," curated by Jianfei Kang, a professor at the Central Academy of Fine Arts in Beijing, has been instrumental in promoting young printmakers in China. This exhibition marks the seventh edition of this platform and its debut in the Netherlands.

Featured Artworks

Riding Stool

Zhiqian Tang

Bench for Two

Zhiqian Tang

Staircase

Zhiqian Tang

The Horn Bluetooth Speaker

Zhiqian Tang

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Projects

The Artways: Dutch Editions

Amsterdam, The Hague, Leiden, Rotterdam
The Netherlands

The Artways is an educational platform focused on the history of art, dedicated to curating bespoke tours around the globe. These tours provide members with the opportunity to appreciate art in its original context and uncover the stories behind the masterpieces. For its latest journey to the Netherlands in July 2024, Far and Close served as the local host and collaborator. Together, they curated exclusive tours in Amsterdam, The Hague, Rotterdam, and Leiden, offering Chinese art enthusiasts an immersive cultural experience through the most prestigious museums and art institutions in the country.

A New Private Museum in Badaguan

Qingdao, Shandong
China

Far and Close is currently undertaking the reconstruction and renovation of its private museum in Qingdao, China. Situated in the historic Badaguan Scenic Neighborhood, the building was originally constructed in the 1940s and is considered a significant cultural landmark in the city. Once completed, the museum will feature a permanent collection of contemporary Chinese art and will also serve as a venue for cultural, artistic, and luxury events. The museum is expected to open in August, 2025.

News

Oct 06

Far and Close is officially launched in The Hague.

UPDATE

Founded in The Hague, Far & Close stands as a distinguished entity with decades of expertise in delivering top-tier services across the cultural landscape spanning Greater China, Japan, Korea, and beyond. With a robust network including private museums and individuals deeply devoted to immersive cultural experiences, Far & Close specializes in art implementation projects and ensuring unparalleled experiential satisfaction. Committed to advancing art and culture, Far & Close actively fosters vibrant cultural exchanges between Asia and Europe, forging lasting connections that enrich both regions' cultural heritage.

Feb 26

A sculpture by Zhiqian Tang is now in the Amerborgh Collection, The Netherlands.

ART COLLECTION

The sculpture, Butterfly, by artist Zhiqian Tang is now acquired by the Amerborgh Collection. It was shown during his debut solo exhibition in Amsterdam, taking place at the Huis Vasari in January 2024.

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