Roundtable: East Asian Art in Dialogue

Roundtable: East Asian Art in Dialogue is a recurring forum that fosters critical, cross-sectoral conversations within the global art ecosystem, with a particular focus on the role of East Asia within this context. Engaging artists, curators, collectors, donors, gallerists, art historians, and philanthropists, the series explores the interdependent roles these actors play in shaping cultural, socio-economic and institutional frameworks of East Asian art.

Situated at the intersection of artistic practice, academia, museums, and the art market, the Roundtable facilitates exchange across professional boundaries. Each edition addresses key dimensions of the art world—art creating, collecting and donating practices, curatorial approaches, institutional partnerships, issues of public engagement and social relevance of art— exploring the forces that shape the production, circulation, and reception of East Asian art.

Structured as a range of formats—including lectures, seminars, workshops, guest talks, and excursions—the Roundtable emphasizes dialogical engagement that foster mutual learning, and exchange among the various actors in the art ecosystem. The initiative also serves as a platform for students and early-career professionals to connect with practitioners and engage with real-world perspectives on art and its social role.

As both an academic and civic space, Roundtable: East Asian Art in Dialogue reflects the evolving responsibilities of individuals and institutions in today’s global art landscape.