East meets west at Opera Gallery’s private unveil of Korean artists Chae Sung-Pil & Lee Gil Rae.

On display until December 5, 2017, Opera Gallery in New York City presents 2 renowned Korean artists, Chae Sung-Pil and Lee Gil Rae. Through nature-inspired sculptures and paintings, the exhibition explores a cultural exchange. Chae Sung Pil’s paintings invite viewers on a journey through the various shades of blue and soil. Comprised solely from copper featuring spiraling branches, curves, notches and more, Lee Gil Rae is best known for his Botanically inspired sculptures. The artworks of both artists complement each other seamlessly. Below you can find a selection of images from the private opening night. For further information, please visit the gallery website: www.operagallery.com

Lee Gil Rae and Chae Sung-Pil at Opera Gallery New York.
Lee Gil Rae and Chae Sung-Pil at Opera Gallery New York.
Image from the private reception at Opera Gallery New York.
Image from the private reception at Opera Gallery New York.
Chae Sung Pil’s collection entitled The History of Blue takes viewers on a journey through the various hues of blue pigments and soil.
Chae Sung Pil’s collection entitled The History of Blue takes viewers on a journey through the various hues of blue pigments and soil.
Lee Gil Rae’s Pine Tree presents a simulation of nature comprised solely from copper.
Lee Gil Rae’s Pine Tree presents a simulation of nature comprised solely from copper.
Exhibition view.
Exhibition view.
Nature inspired sculptures.
Nature inspired sculptures.
Sculptures created through spiraling branches, curves, and notches.
Sculptures created through spiraling branches, curves, and notches.
The exhibition explores a cultural exchange through nature-inspired sculptures and paintings.
The exhibition explores a cultural exchange through nature-inspired sculptures and paintings.

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