City of Others: Asian Artists in Paris, 1920s-1940s is a groundbreaking exhibition that examines the art history of Paris from Asian perspectives. The exhibition compares the experiences of Asian artists in Paris during a dynamic period of time, featuring works by artists such as Foujita Tsuguharu, Georgette Chen, Lê Phổ, Liu Kang, Pai Un-soung, Itakulla Kanae, Hamanaka Katsu, and more!

  • When: 2 Apr – 17 Aug 2025
  • Suitable For: All
  • Where: Level 3, Singtel Special Exhibition Galleries 1, 2 & 3, City Hall Wing

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There’s more to Paris than meets the eye.

In the 1920s-40s, Paris was a “city of others”—a meeting point for migrants and visitors from around the world.

Coming from places where modern art was already evolving on its own path, artists from Asia journeyed to Paris to further their art practice and careers. Paris was a site of creative exuberance, diversity and opportunity for artists, but could also one be of exploitation, racism and resistance.  

How then did Asian artists in Paris present themselves to the world?

The artists

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Did You Know?

Hundreds of artists from Asia were active in Paris in the 1920s-40s. City of Others will show the work of over 90 different artists who either lived, worked or exhibited there during this period.

Ways to experience this exhibition

Lunch experience at Odette

Enjoy an exclusive menu at Odette, specially curated for the City of Others: Asian Artists in Paris, 1920s-1940s exhibition at National Gallery Singapore. This reservation includes a lunch experience at Odette and one exhibition ticket per person.

Now till 17 July 2025
Dialogue Tour | City of Others: Asian Artists in Paris, 1920s–1940s
Dialogue Tour | City of Others: Asian Artists in Paris, 1920s–1940s

Led by exhibition curators Horikawa Lisa and Teo Hui Min, this special tour will delve into Asian art in Paris during the dynamic era of artistic migration before World War II. Gain insight into the exhibition and explore the cultural exchanges that shaped the living experiences of modern Asian artists in Europe.

Sat 26 Apr 2025 | 2pm
Highlights of City of Others: Asian Artists in Paris, 1920s-1940s
Highlights of City of Others: Asian Artists in Paris, 1920s-1940s

Learn more about City of Others: Asian Artists in Paris, 1920s-1940s through a docent guided tour.

24 Apr - 17 Aug 2025
(English) Thu-Sun, 3.30pm | (Mandarin) Sat-Sun, 1.30pm
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