Show-Off 4.0: Three Collectors’ Exhibition by José Isaac Duarte, Luís Pessanha and Chao Iok Leng

As the 4^th edition of the “Show-Off” series by Taipa Village Cultural Association, this exhibition showcases a selection of works collected over the years, or decades, by three local collectors including economist José Isaac Duarte, legal consultant Luís Pessanha and artist Chao Iok Leng.   This unusual exhibition seeks to address the nature of collecting and to stimulate a visual conversation about cultural possessions by individuals with very specific and highly personal interests.

These three collectors share their thoughts on what and why they collect artworks and the importance of this long-term habit. By revealing their beloved artworks that adorn their most intimate space – their homes – the exhibition unravels some ideas about collecting art, while aiming to promote collecting as a cultural asset that begins with an individual’s initiative, but can lead to a broader sense of shared wealth, a healthy society, diversification of the local economy (art trade in general), and the nurturing of local and international talent.

Organiser

Sponsor 

Cultural Development Fund

of the Macao SAR

Art Consultant 

Creative Partner