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British Museum's 'Korea' exhibition presents country's heritage beyond pop culture
The exhibition pairs 12 national treasures with contemporary works to show Korea’s creative history beyond K-pop, organizers said.
- On Thursday, October 1, the British Museum opens a blockbuster exhibition exploring 2,000 years of Korea's artistic and cultural heritage, running until January 31, 2027.
- Curator Sang-ah Kim told Reuters the exhibition aims to show young audiences that "Korea has a long history, over 2,000 years of creativity, resilience and technical skill" beyond pop culture.
- Spanning from the Iron Age to the present, the display includes Goryeo celadon ceramics, sutras, and traditional imagery like 'Sun, Moon and Five Peaks,' alongside Yeesookyung's 'Translated Vase' sculpture.
- Most works are on loan from the National Museum of Korea and the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Korea, including pieces from the family of former Samsung chairman Lee Kun-hee.
- Reflecting on the devastation of the 20th Century, including the Korean War, the exhibition concludes by highlighting Korea's emergence as a cultural force, exploring themes of home, migration, and acceptance.
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