When the Earth Remembers
In the video sculptural installation When the Earth Remembers, Chloë Cheuk reimagines a traditional jade pendant passed down through generations into a portal transcending time. Embraced by the sleek elegance of swirling stainless steel forms referenced from modern jewellery design, the piece symbolises infinity and invites viewers to journey from the past into the future. Drawing inspiration from the textures of jade artefacts of the Palace Museum, the artist breathes life into static images, highlighting the geological and historical significance embedded in the jade. Each artefact serves as a testament to human history, intertwining the legacy of jade with contemporary resonance. The work invites viewers to perceive these antiques anew—not as static relics, but as vibrant narratives that whisper memories and reverberate with the footsteps of those who came before, capturing the heartbeat of history in every curve and texture.
Artist Biography
Chloë Cheuk works across installation, sculpture and images to explore the structure of feelings between individuals and society. Her art employs a minimalist yet resonant artistic language to unveil the metaphorical meanings of objects and foster intimate dialogues on both personal and collective levels. She has held solo exhibitions in Hong Kong, Montreal, and Zurich, and has participated in a number of group exhibitions, including at Asia Society of Hong Kong (2016), Videotage (2023), Tai Kwun (2022), LOOP Festival, Barcelona (2016) and International Symposium on Electronic Art (2012, 2019, 2024). Her work is also in the collection of M+, Hong Kong.
