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The Savina Museum of Contemporary Art presents its 2024 special exhibition, 《Hogokjang: Unveiling the Tears》. The title of the exhibition, "Hogokjang," is drawn from a passage in the late Joseon dynasty literati Park Ji-won's (1737~1801) 『Yeolha ilgi』 where he mentions "Hogokjang" as a place suitable for wailing endlessly when passing through Liaodong lands.

Tears, the language of the heart, are often perceived merely as expressions of sadness. However, they are a potent tool for expressing a wide range of emotions such as joy, anger, regret, love, and fear. Moreover, …