Reviews of Brunei Gallery SOAS. (Museum) in London (London).

Brunei Gallery SOAS

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SOAS, University of London Thornhaugh Street, Russell Square, London WC1H 0XG, United Kingdom

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Reviews of Brunei Gallery SOAS

T. H. K.

Awesome place and awesome exhibitions. I went there last summer to see the exhibition about the Sikh Empire in today's Indian and Pakistani Punjab under Ranjit Singh in the 19th century. And it was the best. The decriptions, the pictures, the items - just everything was perfect. I enjoyed it much to explore the fascinating history of the Sikhs in this little museum/gallery. I would recommend it to everyone interested in Asian and African culture.

S. G. M.

The Brunei Gallery, another of London's cultural gems, it is a well appointed venue just off Russell Square. The Gallery features constantly changing exhibitions and displays from Asia, Africa and the Middle East. It is open from Tuesday to Saturday (10:30 am - 5 pm) with late night opening on Thursdays. Free entry!

D. S.

Visited the Empire of Sikhs exhibition held at this gallery. A very well put together collection of historical artefacts of the little talked about Sikh Empire. The information with each artefact is well researched and a lovely timeline of the Punjab and Sikh history in line with world history for reference is included. A must see for all.

A. M.

It is part of a school as the name indicates but I went to see the exhibition about the origins of yoga and it was very well presented. The entrance was free of charge. The staff was welcoming and helpful.

s.

Just visited the Sikh exhibition; Empire of the Sikhs, a fascinating range of artefacts and art work. Caught the guided tour which was informative, kids loved it, as did we. Thank you to the organisers - The UK Punjab Heritage Association.

K. R.

an interesting little gallery. it's free to enter and worth checking out. when we went there was an exhibit on sudan with some real wonderful photography. upstairs is a japanese roof garden. I imagine it's a lot prettier in summer as there wasn't any overhanging greenery when we went but is a nice quiet spot.

H. W.

Would be 4* if the roof top dinky Japanese Garden had been a building site! 2 roomed free entry exhibition area showing lovely Japanese lacquer work at the mo'. Worth a ,15 min pipin and peruse.

f.

Another SOAS teaching and study hub with quite nice design and features.

a. S. s.

Went to see Sikh history exhibition. Have had great time. Very thorough exhibition with pictures, maps and old weapons on display.

C. H.

Free museum/arts gallery based at SOAS, the School of Oriental and Asian Studies. A smallish collection of Asian artefacts, plus exhibitions from Asian artists. The Japanese roof garden on the first floor is also worth a visit.

R. I.

Nice gallery with great exhibition.

m.

A nice free museum that's part of the SOAS University of London. There's an ever changing program of exhibits and on the day I visited it was Film Poster Art in Africa. Nice to see some rather amusing interpretations of the films the posters were meant to advertise. Especially for films I've seen before. Really interesting the artists try to make their art stand out from the crowd with extra colourful arrangement, not to mention gore.

M. M.

A wonderful space with really good exhibitions

R. S.

Amazing Empire, Faith & War. The Sikhs & WW1 Exhibition was just awesome ! Well done ! Singh is King ! Just so proud to be Sikh. The SOAS venue was superb !

S. D.

The lights here are so dim, most labels are unreadable. There were a number of special displays however the lift wasn't working so the disabled could not get to the main displays...

P. M.

Quirky gallery, ever changing wonderful and surprising exhibitions, and a Japanese garden best enjoyed in the rain.

E. I.

Japanese roof garden is closed now. There is no collection here, only exhibitions. You can check the exhibition from website before visiting.

B. S.

i loved the brunei gallery went there for a conference and both the venues acoustics and catering was on par only gripe was the parking but it was pretty much standard for london

S. L.

Fabulous art and exhibition gallery at the SOAS. Great place to spend an afternoon. Nice bookshop here as well.

J. S.

Visited the Sikh Empire Exhibition, masterfully crafted and exceeded all expectations! Wonderful!!!

G. S.

An accessible gallery with good on site facilities, parking is a potential issue so best to take public transport

E. B.

Hosting some excellent concerts. Shame there isn't much dance room as it's in a lecture theatre.

A. C.

The Brunei gallery is small and free and puts on regularly fascinating exhibitions covering subjects that I for one might never have given much thought to, for example contemporary egyptian weaving, or kente cloth, plus many that appeal more obviously, such as the oriental ceramics and Mozambiquan propaganda posters currently on display. Either way I have learned to trust their judgment. It always forget that it is closed Monday. If you are there at lunchtime there are often some Hare Krishnas (I think) dishing out free tasty vegetable curry nearby. It does not appear to indoctrinate you.

N. R.

Much effort behind events but south Indian flavor is visible. Where the Japanese roof garden has gone.

G. S.

Visited recently for the Empire of the Sikh exhibition and lectures which were excellent.

B. C.

Amazing exhibition on right now, very informative and worth going to

J. M.

The Chinese Roof Garden above the Brunei Gallery is one of Bloomsbury's hidden gems...

D. J.

Fascinating exhibition of oriental photographs from the 19th century currently on display.

D. S.

Went to see empire of the Sikhs exhibition. Excellent

B. L.

Ehhh it's fine as a place but man soas classes are just hit or miss.

S. S. 4. B.

Great Sikh museum with pics and old images

S. S.

Been here in my younger years and still a brilliant venue

G. P.

Nice gallery, slightly smaller than I expected but well laid out

H.

Wonderful gallery and an amazing exhibition. Was fortunate enough to attend when an expert was on hand to talk through one of the displays, a howitzer. Excellent free walked tour through the exhibition too, lovely and interactive. Also much needed air conditioning on a day like yesterday!

K. P.

One of the best kept secrets in London. Fab music and venue.

M.

Well laid out gallery making use of all available space.

M. V.

Wonderful

J. H.

Great exhibitions. Great iniversity and comunity.

W. B.

Great way to spend 30 minutes in a very cool place.

P. S.

Empire Of The Sikhs Exhibition

G. K.

Empire of the Sikh's - Great Exhibition.

a. u.

Always amazing live music, great sound engineers

S. B.

Empire of the Sikhs exhibition. Amazing.

r. m.

Very nice.. prestigious in the heart of London

H. G.

Really informative and well laid exhibition. Learnt a lot and thanks to Toor Collection for sharing their collections. Best Wishes

V. M.

Very nice service, a lot of interesting stuff to see

N. W.

A wonderfully eclectic gallery right in the centre of London.

A. U. A.

Cute and at the very heart of London, beautiful location....

M. A. S.

Good place for small level workshops

A. S.

Excellent presentation of antique photos

S. B.

Very good place well presented to the public

B. C.

Very good

A. B.

Catalhoyuk Experience was amazing

B. A.

Nice Gellar space

P. P.

Lovely inside out

K. H.

Excellent gallery, very interesting exhibitions focusing on Asia

J. D.

Amazing Exhibitions!

S. m. t. N.

Small but beautiful

R. S.

Really worth a visit

d. s.

lovely

L. L.

Good events

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(Translated) "Lee Young Jun PEN ART" Pen Art(General Remarks) Infinity of lines and dots have symbolism. Such symbolism is ever changing according to the spirit’s depth. All works are kaleidoscopic; they are usually composed of indescribable expressions. Therefore, art’s depth also can be said to be unlimited. Is pen art’s depth also infinite? In other words, do the lines and dots flowing from the nib of a pen have an artistic qualification? In this respect, it is worth thinking deeply. Pen art begins from an essence of nature’s fundamental values. From the standpoint of value, or color, a harmony of black and white is essential in nature. As it is impossible to see any color in darkness, distinguishing color is an essential role of light. That is why the soul is drawn to light. Whiteness, or light is a spiritual reflection of the soul while blackness, or darkness is a reality of life on earth. As the color green is an essential color of vegetation, burnt charcoal is an earthy color that will stay near black. Blackness is heterogeneous and may be hostile to life. If blackness belongs to the essence of nature, it also may be said to represent the image of death. A combination of black and white constitutes degrees of lightness and darkness. When painting black on a white background, the soul is transported to the white background. Whiteness comes to life when contrasted with black line and black space. In this case, soul also may be expressed through the blackness. Soul may be transported to the black or a combination of white and black, which shed a mysterious merit to the soul or spirit. Pen arts starts and ends from an essence of nature’s fundamental contrasts. The primary essence is infinite and eternal while the artistic harmony of black and white can take one’s breath away. But, this is not possible until a metamorphosis has been realized over many years and spiritual transcendence has occurred. The transfer of spirit occurs when one’s life experiences are projected onto the white canvas in harmony with blackness. That is the true'pen art.' Artist Lee Young Jun I am a Korean. I pioneered the "Lee Young Jun Pen Art" and Perfected the genre. I am Artist Lee Young Jun. Pen Art is the only genre is an important work In the world. The works are extremely valuable. And no one is able to work not dare to imitate. The hope my work can be sympathy to many people. Thank you. "Lee young jun PEN ART overview" (Overview:總論)PEN ART(Korea) - The infinity of lines and dots is symbolic. Its symbolism is inexhaustible depending on the depth of the mind. All works are like that. Because it is indefinite, it leads to indescribable expression. Thus, the depth of art is infinite. When it comes to pen art, is there infinite depth? In general, the lines and dots flowing from the tip of the pen Is it possible to have artistry? You need to think deeply about this. The art of the pen begins with the essence of the fundamental color of nature. In the essence of color, the harmony of black and white is the fundamental of nature. Like you can't see colors in a dark place without lighting It is the essential function of light to be able to distinguish colors. Therefore, it attracts the spirit in the light that appears white. White or light is the image of the soul of the spirit. The natural color is black. Just as green is the essential color of plants Burned charcoal is an essential color that remains black. There can be no movement of life in absolute darkness. Black is heterogeneous and hostile to life. While black is the essence of nature, black is a spiritual image of death. When white is combined with black, contrast is achieved. If you paint black on the white screen, the 靈 is transferred to the white screen. When it meets the black line and the black side, the white resurrects (復活). Spirit can be expressed through black. Spirit (靈) is the only thing that can be introduced into black, and the colors of spirit and soul are black and white. When combined, it has a mystery. And the art of the pen is the essence of nature's fundamental color It starts with and ends with the essence of the fundamental color. The fundamental essence is infinite and eternity, and the harmony between black and white is artistic (藝術的). You can live and breathe enough. It has been refined and completed through a long time. It is only possible after this is achieved, and a perfect melody containing the soul must be premised. The spirit world is created only when the spirit is transferred to the white screen of the ancient and vivid melody in the harmony of black and white. That is the true art of the pen. Young-Jun Lee (Original) "Lee Young Jun PEN ART" Pen Art(General Remarks) Infinity of lines and dots have symbolism. Such symbolism is ever changing according to the spirit’s depth. All works are kaleidoscopic; they are usually composed of indescribable expressions. Therefore, art’s depth also can be said to be unlimited. Is pen art’s depth also infinite? In other words, do the lines and dots flowing from the nib of a pen have an artistic qualification? In this respect, it is worth thinking deeply. Pen art begins from an essence of nature’s fundamental values. From the standpoint of value, or color, a harmony of black and white is essential in nature. As it is impossible to see any color in darkness, distinguishing color is an essential role of light. That is why the soul is drawn to light. Whiteness, or light is a spiritual reflection of the soul while blackness, or darkness is a reality of life on earth. As the color green is an essential color of vegetation, burnt charcoal is an earthy color that will stay near black. Blackness is heterogeneous and may be hostile to life. If blackness belongs to the essence of nature, it also may be said to represent the image of death. A combination of black and white constitutes degrees of lightness and darkness. When painting black on a white background, the soul is transported to the white background. Whiteness comes to life when contrasted with black line and black space. In this case, soul also may be expressed through the blackness. Soul may be transported to the black or a combination of white and black, which shed a mysterious merit to the soul or spirit. Pen arts starts and ends from an essence of nature’s fundamental contrasts. The primary essence is infinite and eternal while the artistic harmony of black and white can take one’s breath away. But, this is not possible until a metamorphosis has been realized over many years and spiritual transcendence has occurred. The transfer of spirit occurs when one’s life experiences are projected onto the white canvas in harmony with blackness. That is the true ‘pen art.’ Artist Lee Young Jun I am a Korean. I pioneered the " Lee Young Jun Pen Art " and Perfected the genre. I am Artist Lee Young Jun. Pen Art is the only genre is an important work In the world. The works are extremely valuable. And no one is able to work not dare to imitate. The hope my work can be sympathy to many people. Thank you. "Lee young jun PEN ART 총론" (총론 :總論)PEN ART(Korea) - 선과 점의 무한함은 상징성이 있다. 그 상징성은 정신의 깊이에 따라 변화무쌍(變化無雙)하다. 모든 작품이 그러하다. 변화무쌍하기 때문에 형언할 수 없는 표현으로 이어진다. 그리하여 예술의 깊이는 무한한 것이다. 펜의 예술이라고 하면 깊이가 무한함이 있을까? 일반적으로 펜의 끝에서 흘러나오는 선과 점이 과연, 예술성을 갖출 수 있겠는가 라는 점이다. 이점에 대하여 깊이 생각할 필요가 있다. 펜의 예술은 자연의 근본적인 색채의 본질에서부터 시작한다. 색채의 본질에서 보면 흑(黑), 백(白)의 조화는 자연의 근본적(根本的)이다. 조명이 없는 어두운 곳에서는 색을 볼 수 없듯이 색을 구분할 수 있게 해주는 것이 빛의 본질적인 작용이다. 때문에 흰색으로 나타나는 빛 속에서 영(靈)을 이끌어 들인다. 흰색 또는 빛은 영(靈)의 혼적(魂的)인 영상이다. 자연색은 검은 색이다. 녹색이 식물의 본질적인 색채인 것처럼 타버린 숯은 검은색으로 남는 본질적인 색상이다. 절대적인 어둠 속에서 어떤 생명의 운동도 있을 수 없다. 검은색은 생명에 대한 이질적(異質的)이고 적대성 (敵對性)이 있다. 검은색이 자연의 본질(本質)이라면, 검은색은 죽음의 영적(靈的)인 영상이다. 흰색이 검은색과 결합(結合)할 때 명암(明暗)이 이뤄진다. 흰 화면에 검은색을 칠하면 靈이 흰 화면에 이입(移入)된다. 검은 선(線), 검은 면(面)과 만날 때, 흰색은 부활(復活)한다. 검은 색을 통하여 영을 표현할 수 있다. 영(靈)이란 검은색 속에 이입될 수 있는 유일한 것이며, 영과 혼의 색채 흑(黑), 백(白)을 결합(結合)하면 신비함을 갖는다. 그리고 펜의 예술은 자연의 근본적인 색채의 본질 에서부터 시작하여 근본적인 색채의 본질에서 끝을 맺는다. 근본적인 본질은 무한(無限)하고 영원함이 있으며, 흑, 백의 조화는 예술적(藝術的)으로 충분히 살아 숨쉴 수 있다. 그것은 오랜 시간을 통하여 다듬고 완성된 경지를 이룬 뒤에야 가능하고, 혼(魂)을 담는 완벽한 선율이 전제 되어야 한다. 흑, 백의 조화 속에 고고(孤高)하고 생생한 선율이 흰 화면에 영이 이입될 때 비로소 영의 세계는 창조(創造)된다. 그것이 진정한 펜의 예술이다. 이영준( 李 永 俊)

P. O.

very nice to go with the family on winter afternoons

M. A.

Mom

I. U.

Garllery sauce

ت. ا. ت. 1.

More than wonderful

U. O.

Went there to see Keluarga cemara movie screening. Pleasant experience. Would love to visit for another event.

M. E.

R. R.

A. D.

J. F.

A. B.

E. O.

S. F.

P. M.

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M. A.

p. c.

An amazing space with a great program of international exhibitions.

c. t.

Three levels. Free entrance. Nice rooftop. Beautiful pieces but poor museography.

C. B.

Visited to see their current Sikh and picture postcard exhibitions. Well laid out and informative displays in a pleasant environment. Free entry. Recommend if you have any interest in the Indian subcontinent.

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