In 2005, Rossi & Rossi London unveiled one of the first commercial Tibetan contemporary painting exhibitions in the Western world at its former space on Old Bond Street. Titled Visions from Tibet: A Brief Survey of Contemporary Painting, the presentation featured more than a dozen Tibetan artists, marking the beginning of the gallery’s foray into contemporary art.

Twenty years later, we are inviting eight Tibetan artists, all of whom are based in Lhasa, from the same group to commemorate the twentieth anniversary of our contemporary programme. Many of them are founding members of the famed Gedun Choephel Artists’ Guild, an artist initiative formed in 2003 to showcase, discuss and express the multifaceted Tibet in creative originality through art.

Curated by Tibetan artist Gade, a founding member of the guild, and gallery owner Fabio Rossi, the exhibition will include works by Benchung, Dedron, Gade, Nortse, Penpa, Tashi Norbu, Tsering Nyandak and Tsewang Tashi. Each artist brings their works from twenty years ago into dialogue with their most recent creations, reflecting the changes that have been taking place on their sacred land in the Himalayas. Of special note, five of the artists (indicated below with an asterisk) will travel to Hong Kong for the opening.

Opening reception: Jul 26, 3-7pm

Gallery address: 11F, M Place, Wong Chuk Hang