In its 14th edition, Art Jakarta transforms into a lively crossroads, uniting artists, collectors and enthusiasts in a celebration of contemporary art and collaboration.
Art Jakarta 2024, now in its 14th edition, is again captivating the art world at JIExpo Kemayoran. The excitement was palpable From the first day of the event on Friday, 4 October 2024. The doors opened to many VIP guests, particularly keen art collectors, who flocked to the venue. Before the official opening, many were already eyeing the artworks they intended to purchase.
In the VIP lounges, exclusive exhibitions added another layer of intrigue. UOB’s Play by UOB offered a creative outlet for children, encouraging them to express themselves while their parents explored the fair. On the other side, Julius Baer’s VIP Lounge featured a special exhibition by the celebrated Indonesian artist Sunaryo. UOB Art Space highlighted works by alums from the UOB Art Alumni Network, spanning Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam. Meanwhile, Bibit and Stockbit introduced Knit by Knit, a collaborative piece by artist Cinanti A. Johansyah and the Rajut Kejut knitting collective. This installation illustrated the virtues of patience, persistence, and faith in the process, echoing long-term investment principles. Treasury, too, made a significant impact with their booth Darkness to Gold, featuring the artwork Post Tenebras Lux, symbolising their business ethos. Just as gold is forged in fire, so are people shaped by life’s challenges.
At the Museum of Toys booth, the response was overwhelming. The displayed artworks were met with enthusiasm, much like hotcakes, with each piece receiving positive acclaim. One highlight was Clowdy Boys by Kong Andri, featuring 100 limited-edition balloons and ‘mushroom’ sculptures given away for free. Incredibly, they were all snapped up in just 1.5 hours.
Elsewhere, Zen 1 Gallery showcased a large-scale installation that wowed the crowd. A collaboration between two renowned artists, Mulyana—also known as Mang Moel—and Yudi Sulistyo, the installation paired Mang Moel’s vibrant knitted works with Yudi’s full-scale boat sculpture, Kapal Tanpa Lautan (Ship Without a Sea). Yudi’s gigantic boat was a striking centrepiece, but Mang Moel’s meticulous and colourful knitting perfectly complemented the surrounding space, creating a seamless blend of both artists’ styles.
Art Jakarta 2024 goes beyond being just an art fair. With 73 galleries present and an area dedicated to more affordable artworks in the food and beverage hall, the event caters to both seasoned collectors and curious newcomers. The energy was infectious throughout the weekend as visitors, serious buyers and general art lovers joined the buzz, making Art Jakarta 2024 the place to be.
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