CLEAN : Hong Kong Phooey kicks back into action at Sotheby's sale

CLEAN : Hong Kong Phooey kicks back into action at Sotheby's sale

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Arts

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the Boundless 2015 event, highlighting the inclusion of Western street art at auction for the first time. It focuses on two invader pieces that are significant to the Hong Kong art scene, particularly the Hong Kong Phooey, a Kung Fu dog made of ceramic tiles by a French artist. This artwork, based on an American cartoon, was created for Hong Kong and installed in Happy Valley but was dismantled by authorities. The piece symbolizes Hong Kong's cultural diversity and melting pot nature.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of the introduction in the video?

The parts and culture related to the topic

The auction details

The history of Western Street Art

The artist's background

2.

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30 sec • 1 pt

What was unique about the 2015 Boundless auction?

It was the first time Western Street Art was included

It featured only local artists

It was held in Paris

It focused on traditional art forms

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are the invader pieces significant to the Hong Kong art scene?

They were the first digital artworks

They were the most expensive pieces

They symbolize the blend of cultures in Hong Kong

They were created by a local artist

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Hong Kong phooey artwork based on?

A local legend

A famous painting

An American cartoon

A traditional Chinese story

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30 sec • 1 pt

What happened to the Hong Kong phooey artwork after its installation?

It was moved to a museum

It became a permanent exhibit

It was sold at auction

It was dismantled by authorities