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Taiwanese artist Feng Cheng-tsung's work on permanent display in New York

  • Date:2022-07-15
Taiwanese artist Feng Cheng-tsung's work on permanent display in New York

Taiwanese contemporary artist Feng Cheng-tsung (范承宗)'s large-scale installation "Fish Trap House VI" will be on permanent display beginning July 15 at LongHouse Reserve, a 16-acre reserve and sculpture garden located in East Hampton in New York.

Feng's work marks the first time that LongHouse Reserve has collaborated with a Taiwanese artist since its founding in 1991. In "Fish Trap House VI," the artist continues a series of works that are never-before-seen in America, debuting at a venue perfectly suited for a broader audience. His fish trap is based on the Taiwanese traditional fishing tool, and it pays homage to ancient hunting and fishing traditions. Feng learned the methods for making a traditional fish trap from an elder of the indigenous Thao tribe. Then, he applied these techniques to the creation of his art installation.

Fish Trap House VI will invite visitors to a tranquil experience at an enchanting spot to gaze at the gardens, be in nature, and join a global community. At LongHouse, several species of bamboo grow naturally, providing color, sound, and texture that are both transformative and restorative. The bamboo at LongHouse prevents soil erosion and removes large amounts of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, providing a healthy space, further enhanced by the beautiful scenery surrounding it.

Feng's piece is made out of the very material that grows in abundance at LongHouse. The set-up will provide a place that all can enter for music, dance, and ceremonies throughout the season. His piece will be permanent, presented this summer then preserved over time for years to come.

The Fish Trap House VI is organized by LongHouse Reserve and supported by Taipei Cultural Center in New York. For more information, please visit LongHouse Reserve's website.

(Photo Credit: Feng Cheng-tsung)