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Curious about the meaning of OMAE?
“Omae” is a Korean exclamation used to express delight or admiration for something truly wonderful.
It reflects the gallery’s mission to showcase truly outstanding works of art.

Interestingly, even when interpreted as an English acronym,
each letter of “OMAE” can still represent the gallery’s core vision and purpose.
Each letter of “OMAE” can still represent the
gallery’s core vision and purpose.
O
ld to New

M

en and Women

A

 to Z

E

ast to West
OMAE Gallery is dedicated to discovering and promoting artists and works that clearly communicate
the essence of Korean tradition in both materials and expression to the global market.

We have hosted remarkable exhibitions in fields such as mother-of-pearl inlay, lacquerware,
embroidery, textiles, ceramics, and traditional painting.
Furthermore, we continuously support artists in developing contemporary interpretations of traditional
Korean motifs such as Dancheong (decorative coloring on wooden buildings), Saekdong (traditional multicolored patchwork),
and Minhwa (folk painting).

Through ongoing efforts to foster dialogue and expansion between artisans and artists, crafts and fine arts,
and tradition and modernity, we strive to present outstanding works and exceptional artists to the world.

was imagined and designed with the image of entering the folds of a mother’s hanbok skirt – as if stepping into a womb where astonishing works are being conceived and nurtured before birth and exhibition.

Address
20 Samcheongro-7gil, Jongro-gu, Seoul, Korea

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OMAE Gallery

CEO

Paula Kim

Address

20 Samcheongro-7gil, Jongro-gu, Seoul, Korea

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