Nam June Paik
South Korean, 1932–2006
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Bio
Considered the father of video art, Nam June Paik pioneered the use of televisual electronic media in art. An integral member of the Fluxus movement alongside John Cage and George Macunias, Paik sought new modes of artistic expression and cultural …
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Represented by internationally reputable galleries.
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Career Highlights
Solo show at a major institution
Centre Pompidou, and 9 more
Group show at a major institution
The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), and 23 more
Collected by a major institution
Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), and 3 more
Reviewed by a major art publication
Artforum, and 5 more
Included in a major biennial
Venice Biennale National Pavilion, and 6 more
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Related categories
Multiple Screens
Neo-Dada
Early Computer Art
Fluxus
Korea
Engagement with Mass Media
Post-War American Art
Contemporary Asian Art
Film/Video
Asian Art
Anthropomorphism
Technology
Related to Music
20th Century Art
Cultural Commentary
New York Artists
Installation
Sculpture
Digital Culture
Surveillance
Provocative
Related to Religion
United States
Performance Art
Sound Art
Germany
Found Objects
Appropriation
Kinetic Sculpture
Works for Sale
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Shows featuring Nam June Paik
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Shaping Contemporary Art - From Warhol and Lichtenstein to Halley and FörgNov 23, 2020 – Jun 27, 2021
Black and White Prints and Works on PaperMay 2 – Jul 4
The Mid Century Modern AestheticMay 1 – Jul 28
Rare and Collectible Artist BooksAug 31, 2020 – Jul 28, 2021
Art With Text: The Message is the MediumNov 1, 2020 – Jul 29, 2021
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