Inside the naturally-lit lobby of 137 Pillars Suites & Residences Bangkok, a gigantic artwork by Thai National Artist of the Year 2014 Panya Vijinthanasarn stops you in your tracks. Titled ‘Auspicious Path’, the oversize oeuvre is a colourful representation of the Tribhumi (Three Planes of Existence), the three worlds of karmic cycles and rebirths in the Theravada Buddhist Cosmology. Paintings and sculptures by other well-known local artists dot the public areas and rooms, signalling your arrival in this vibrant city and a luxury boutique hotel that takes art seriously.
As part of their brand standard, 137 Pillars Hotels & Resorts properties offer timeless experiences that involve music, fashion, art culture and history with a personal guest interaction. Earlier this year the Art Rotation Series was launched, which brings some of the hottest names from the Kingdom’s art world to the hotel through curated exhibitions that rotate every two months.
Art is not about trends or fashions, but how we value and interpret each artists’ work and the stories and thoughts behind them. Bangkok’s art scene is a unique multi-hued palette of the different movements, bouncing from Expressionism to Abstract, Conceptual, Pop Art and much more, that attracts both local as well as renowned artists. The Private Art Tour by 137 Pillars opens the door to another fascinating dimension of the city.
From collectors in search of their next masterpiece, newbies wanting to take the plunge, or tourists looking for an invaluable insight into the local art scene, The Private Art Tour by 137 Pillars is suitable for anyone with an interest in the fine arts.
A respected columnist and author on the intersection of art, design, film, and popular culture, art guru Eddie accompanies guests on the tour giving them valuable information and insights about the artists and their works. The experience includes private visits to the homes of artists and collectors, galleries, fun workshops at select locations around the city, and a gourmet 137 Pillars picnic basket to enjoy en-route. No tour is the same as each one is specially curated to ensure access to the best of the best on the date of booking.
The private visits to the ateliers and personal meetings with significant art players, in addition to art guru Eddie’s unique take on the city’s art scene will not only leave guests wanting more, but also create a lifetime of memories.