Axel Vervoordt Gallery Hong Hong is pleased to present a new solo exhibition by Japanese artist Sadaharu Horio (1939-2018). The exhibition, A Trace of Time, demonstrates the consistency of Horio’s practice through early works from his participation at the Gutai group, later works on paper, “paint placements” created at various performances, and through his monotype prints created during his very last performance at Kanaal.  Horio’s practice focused on freezing moments in time — in Japanese this is called “ichi-go, ichi-e” — referring to the uniqueness of the moment.  The exhibition shows how Horio's unbridled enthusiasm and boundless energy are as inspiring today as when the Gutai group was first founded.

In his performances, Horio constantly challenged his audience's ideas about art, deconstructing the idea of a product-based outcome and enhancing the meaning of critical artistic practice.

Gallery address: 21F, Coda Designer Centre , 62, Wong Chuk Hang Road