Museum of Contemporary Art opened in Bangkok

Bangkok has a new private art museum, the Museum of Contemporary Art (MoCA).

Located on the city's Vibhavadi-Rangsit Road, the museum houses an important collection of Thai contemporary art acquired over two decades by business entrepreneur and philanthropist Boonchai Bencharongkul.

Over 400 artworks are on display in the 20,000 metre2 six-storey building with several spaces dedicated to Thailand's internationally-known artist Thawan Duchanee who has more than 100 of his works exhibited.

Other artists include Hem Vejakorn, Chalermchai Kositpipat, Prateep Kochabua, Fua Haripitak, Suchao Sisganes, Thawee Nandakwang, and Chalem Nakiraks.

MoCA's goal is to put Thai art at the forefront to give it better exposure amongst locals and international visitors.

From sculptures, modern interpretation of Thai art, surrealism, folk art, traditional murals, and depictions of daily life in Thailand, the museum offers a kaleidoscopic perspective on Thai culture and visual expressions.

For more information go to www.mocabangkok.com/museum/web/th/home.htm

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