{
  "id": 4976510,
  "title": "S. Korea's biggest art fairs to open in Seoul",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/s-koreas-biggest-art-fairs-to-open-in-seoul",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-02T00:31:19.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yonhap News",
    "slug": "yonhap-news",
    "url": "https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260902002300315"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Seoul, South Korea, will host its two largest art fairs, Frieze Seoul and Kiaf Seoul, from September 4th to 6th at the COEX exhibition center. Frieze Seoul, marking its fifth edition, will showcase 133 galleries from 30 countries, featuring works by renowned artists such as Damien Hirst and Damien Hirst. Kiaf Seoul, organized by the Galleries Association of Korea, will host 175 galleries from 18 countries, including 127 Korean exhibitors. The fairs will present a diverse range of art, from curated sections focusing on 20th-century artists and material practices to a spotlight on emerging galleries. Additionally, Kiaf Seoul will present a documentary video program and an augmented reality extension, exploring the relationship between humans and technology. The events, part of Frieze Week and Kiaf's special exhibition Humal, will extend beyond COEX, engaging with local and international communities through various programs and collaborations.",
  "summary": "SEOUL, Sept. 2 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's two biggest art fairs, Frieze Seoul and...",
  "key_points": [
    "Seoul hosts Frieze Seoul and Kiaf Seoul art fairs from September 4th to 6th",
    "Frieze Seoul showcases 133 galleries from 30 countries, featuring Damien Hirst",
    "Kiaf Seoul presents 175 galleries from 18 countries, including 127 Korean exhibitors"
  ],
  "editors_take": "The concurrent art fairs signal a significant expansion of Seoul's presence in the global art market, highlighting the city's appeal to international galleries and artists.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}