27-05-2025
What you need to know about National Gallery Singapore's new art exhibition
In the Sites of Exhibition section, prepare for a goosebump moment – three paintings by Liu Kang, Noguchi Yararo, and Yen Shui-long are displayed side-by-side for the first time since their work was exhibited in the same exhibition nearly 100 years ago. And the reunion doesn't stop there – four of Georgette Chen's works, last seen together in 1936 in the French capital, now hang alongside the work of her teacher and mentor in City of Others.
But beyond the eye-catching artworks, City of Others also asks tough questions that are still relevant today as they were a century ago. In a world shaped by globalisation, migration, and shifting identities, how do we find our voice when we're seen as the 'other'? And how does creativity thrive in the face of adversity? Whether you're an art history buff, casual gallery-goer, or just seeking a spark of insight, City of Others is a powerful, thought-provoking experience best felt in person.
