In a collaboration during Asian Art London at Sotheby’s from 1st to 5th November, Lloyd Choi Gallery will present Heritage as Subject and Schoeni Projects Interiors (SPI) will present Heritage as a Living Dialogue.
Lloyd Choi Gallery and Schoeni Projects Interiors (SPI) make their highly anticipated debut at Sotheby’s London this November as part of Asian Art in London 2025. Presenting two parallel exhibitions, the collaboration explores heritage as a living, creative force–one that evolves through craftsmanship, renewal, and contemporary experimentation. United by a shared vision of honouring tradition while embracing innovation, Lloyd Choi Gallery and Schoeni Projects Interiors reinterpret cultural heritage not as a static legacy but as a dynamic dialogue between past and present. Together, their showcases at Sotheby’s offer fresh perspectives on how art, design, and materiality continue to shape modern practice and interiors today.
Lloyd Choi Gallery: Heritage as Subject
Lloyd Choi Gallery makes its debut at Asian Art in London with Heritage as Subject, an exhibition that explores one of the central questions in today’s art world: how can we move beyond a Eurocentric framework that continues to shape the perception of Asian art?
Heritage as Subject considers heritage not as a fixed inheritance but as a dynamic, evolving field. The exhibition presents inherited materials and philosophies not as static symbols, but as living practices that challenge Western hierarchies of value and form.
Through their work, four contemporary Korean artists bring tradition into dialogue with the present, positioning it as a source of creativity, resistance, and renewal:
● Choi Boram (b.1985) reimagines Blue and White Porcelain as raw stoneware sculpture, seeking autonomy in artistic expression beyond tradition.
● Park Sungwook (b.1972) abstracts 14th-century Korean Buncheong ceramics and the iconic Moon Jar form into wall sculptures.
● Lee Sora (b.1967) expands traditional salvage textile, Jogakbo hand-stitching into large contemporary works where meditative process honours labour.
● Kim Hyunju (b.1979) revives mother-of-pearl inlay through contemporary metalwork, transforming decorative craft into new palettes drawn from nature.
Lloyd Choi commented: “I believe craftsmanship-led practices keep heritage alive, where meditative processes and material intelligence restore humanity to contemporary art and help move beyond Eurocentric views.”
spi: Heritage as a Living Dialogue
spi debuts with Heritage as a Living Dialogue, marking the beginning of a journey that reflects its focus on curated interior collectibles rooted in global heritage and contemporary art. Presented in conversation with Lloyd Choi Gallery’s Heritage as Subject, Heritage as a Living Dialogue brings Chinese antique furniture and scholar’s objects into dialogue with contemporary artworks, exploring how material culture and aesthetic values transcend time. At the heart of this presentation is the notion that antiques — once deeply functional — are not only markers of daily life but also expressions of aesthetic and cultural identity. Selected pieces such as altar tables, lamp hanger chairs, and low benches are shown alongside refined scholar’s objects including brush pots and trays. These historical works are juxtaposed with contemporary art by artists such as Chen Fei (b.1983), Go Hung (b.1980) and Yue Minjun (b.1962), creating a dynamic interplay between eras, materials, and meaning.
At spi, we believe the objects we choose to live with — whether antique or contemporary — not only shape our spaces, but also reflect our personal aesthetics and deepen our cultural understanding. To collect is not only to preserve, but also to tell a story — one that unfolds with every object acquired and every space curated. Our work is grounded at the intersection of art and interiors, curating collectible pieces that carry stories, honour heritage, and foster dialogue across people, places, and time — revealing the synergy between past and present.” Nicole Schoeni
This exhibition brings that philosophy to life, blending historic craftsmanship with contemporary voices to create interiors that feel lived-in, layered, and resonant.
An invitation only opening reception for Asian Art in London takes place at Sotheby’s on Friday 31st October.
Lloyd Choi Gallery will present Heritage as Subject: Contemporary Korean ceramic and art and Schoeni Projects Interiors (spi) will present Heritage as a Living Dialogue during Asian Art in London at Sotheby’s from 1st to 5thNovember, 2025.
There will be a free guided tour of Heritage in Contemporary Dialogue: Korean Ceramics and Asian Art
guided by the founders of Lloyd Choi Gallery and Schoeni Projects at Conduit Street Gallery, Ground Floor, Sotheby’s on Tuesday 4th November. Book here.
For more information on Lloyd Choi Gallery visit: https://lloydchoigallery.com
For more information on Schoeni Projects visit: https://schoeniprojects.com
