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Then and Now: Modern Chinese Art Meets Ancient
Continue ReadingJoin us for an EXPO CHICAGO satellite event and discussion with Dr. John Tancock of Chambers Fine Art NY and Helyn Goldenberg of Sotheby’s. Then & Now Exhibition: Thursday 9/27—Sunday 9/30, 10am—6pm Discussion: Saturday 9/29, 11am—1pm PAGODA RED, 400 N Morgan, Chicago Then & Now features a selection of contemporary Chinese artwork in dialogue with ancient […]
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Xie Dong: Celebrating The Ephemeral
Continue ReadingInternationally acclaimed artist Xie Dong is known for her ability to render moments of poetic movement in porcelain. The way a pillow crumples, the way fabric ripples when touched by a gentle breeze, even the way an ice cube melts—all have been elegantly realized by the artist, in fine bone china. Over the years, the […]
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July Zhou: Ming Made Modern
Continue ReadingArtist July Zhou was born during China’s last civil war. A child of two creatives, he always knew he was meant for a life in the arts. But his plans were derailed by a country in political turmoil. During what came to be known as The Cultural Revolution, it was common for intellectuals to be arrested […]
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Mario Aranda: An Artist’s Approach
Continue ReadingMario Aranda is an artist and go-to designer for tastemakers—perhaps best know for shaping the look of renowned Chicago fashion boutique, Ikram. Having studied art, architecture and design, Mario says he carries his education with him, wherever he goes, “like a lens.” We spoke with Mario as he focused that lens on a number of […]
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Design Diary: Asia Week New York 2018
Continue ReadingEvery spring, New York hosts Asia Week, a 10-day celebration of eastern art and culture. Collectors and curators descend on the city to visit galleries, make the museum rounds, and chart their way across a sprawling series of events. This year, making our way from Asian art galleries on the Upper East Side, south towards […]
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Daniel Krause on Art, China & the Power of Images
Continue ReadingAs the north central Regional Resource Librarian at Gensler, one of the world’s largest design and architecture firms, Daniel Krause sees a lot of images. It’s his job to source materials and finishes, and curate spaces — both in the three-dimensional world of built projects and the two-dimensional world of photographs. Despite seeing so much […]
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20 Years of PAGODA RED
Continue ReadingThough it’s hard for us to believe, 2017 marks the 20th anniversary of PAGODA RED. In that time, we’ve proudly become the design destination for people who love the art and history of storied objects. We’ve been reflecting back on the many ways our gallery has transformed and evolved over the years. As we scroll […]
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PAGODA RED Gallery: The Spirit of Our Space
Continue ReadingUpdate: In September 2018, we moved from Fulton Market back to Bucktown. See our new space here >> Finding Sacred Space in Chicago’s West Loop Located at 400 North Morgan in Chicago’s Fulton Market neighborhood, PAGODA RED is a retreat from the surrounding city. Passing through a simple, raw steel gate, you step into our courtyard, where you’re transported […]
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Rei Kawakubo: The Art of In-Between
Continue ReadingWhen the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute announced its 2017 Rei Kawakubo exhibition, the fashion world responded with resounding joy. The Japanese designer and founder of Commes des Garçons is revered for her unapologetic, high-concept garments. An avant-garde force, she’s refused to be tethered to the dictates of “femininity” in women’s clothing. Gallery View, Self/Other East/West. Photo: The Metropolitan […]
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Higher Education: The Striking Works of SAIC at Salone del Mobile
Continue ReadingNot a day passes without undergrads being reminded of the virtues of real world experience. For the past decade, the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) has given design students a dose of reality and the ultimate unfiltered design rush: To present their products to an international audience of buyers, editors and tastemakers during the […]
