"Source" Kim Lim Exhibition

Overview

The "Source" exhibition brings together a comprehensive collection of sculptures, prints, and photographs by the late Singaporean-British artist Kim Lim (1936–1997). Centered around her 1988 sculpture of the same name, the exhibition explores the concept of the "source"—not merely as a fixed starting point, but as an generative condition where form emerges through rhythm, transformation, and recurrence. This showcase offers an intimate lens through which viewers can re-examine the structural aesthetics of the world around us.

Artistic Highlights

Kim Lim’s practice was profoundly influenced by both the natural world and the structures of man-made environments. She utilized a minimalist yet rhythmic visual language to manipulate materials such as stone, wood, and metal. In this exhibition, visitors can explore not only her signature sculptures but also archival photographs that capture her keen observations of light, shadow, and line during her travels. This pursuit of the "source" demonstrates how the artist translated personal perception into timeless artistic forms.

About the Artist

Kim Lim remains a pivotal figure in 20th-century abstract art, celebrated for her delicate treatment of materials and her unique interpretation of minimalist aesthetics. Her work bridges the negative space often found in Eastern philosophy with the physical presence of Western sculpture, injecting profound vitality and philosophical depth into minimalist vocabularies. This exhibition at the Axel Vervoordt Gallery is a rare opportunity to delve into the artist's legacy.

Venue & Access

The exhibition is hosted at the Axel Vervoordt Gallery in Wong Chuk Hang, a space renowned for bridging the gap between international contemporary art and historic artifacts. It is open to the public from Tuesday to Saturday. We invite all enthusiasts of sculpture, photography, and contemporary art to attend.

• Location: 21/F, Coda Designer Centre, 20 Wong Chuk Hang Road, Wong Chuk Hang, Hong Kong
• Opening Hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 11:00 – 19:00