[KS] 5th Pony Chung Fellow Workshop “The Current State of Korean Art History Studies in Europe”

[Елена Хохлова]

Dear colleagues,

Could you please include to your Koreanstudies Digest the announcement
about the upcoming Workshop on Korean art studies, which will be held at
Korea University on October 31, 2025.

Thank you!

Best regards,

Elena Khokhlova
Associate Professor, School of Asian Studies
HSE University, Moscow

5th Pony Chung Fellow Workshop

*“The Current State of Korean Art History Studies in Europe”*

2025.10.31 (Fri)

Research Institute of Korean Studies (RIKS), Korea University, Seoul

B203



*Workshop description *



The study of Korean art in Europe has a long and complex history. While
significant progress has been made, it remains underdeveloped compared to
other fields of Korean Studies and the art histories of Japan and China.
However, in recent years, global interest in Korean popular culture,
combined with initiatives by the South Korean government, has brought
Korean art into greater prominence. A growing demand for knowledge about
Korean art is evident among individuals introduced to Korean culture
through music, television, and cinema. Additionally, the field is beginning
to attract a new generation of researchers.

Over the past two decades, a number of important English-language
publications have broadened the understanding of Korean art across various
historical periods, contributing to the growing recognition of Korean art
beyond its national borders. In light of these developments, it is critical
to evaluate the current state of Korean art history studies in Europe,
identify emerging research trends, and address areas that remain
underexplored.

This workshop seeks to facilitate dialogue among young researchers from
European institutions and leading South Korean scholars in the field of
Korean art history. Organizing the event in Korea is particularly valuable,
as it will allow international participants to establish direct connections
with Korean experts and access resources that will enhance their academic
pursuits.

We anticipate that this workshop will provide a comprehensive overview of
the prospects for Korean art history studies in Europe while fostering
stronger collaborations between Korean and European researchers.



*Objectives of the Workshop: *

1. To forge and strengthen regional and international networks among
scholars in the field of Korean art history.

2. To evaluate the current state of Korean art history studies in Europe.

3. To define the future directions and priorities for research in Korean
art history.


*Workshop Themes:*

Featured presentations will address a wide range of topics, including but
not limited to:

- Emerging trends in Korean art history studies in Europe.

- Comparative approaches to East Asian art histories.

- Underexplored areas of Korean art and their significance in broader
cultural contexts.


The list of speakers and their presentation topics is provided on the event
poster.

For any inquiries, please contact Elena Khokhlova, Associate Professor,
School of Asian Studies, HSE University:ekhokhlova at hse.ru
<https://mailto:ekhokhlova@hse.ru/>.
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