“The beads on a bead curtain in his house to keep track of what he learned” – Jishi Zhu (Memory Beads), Meng (2003, 2004).
“Memory Veil” reinserts this ornamental element as the “veil” of the entrance to the Pavilion. Strands of red string suspended from a geometric tiger-patterned structure form the entrance door that invites the public to pass. The five red “curtains” create an illusion of traditional Chinese arches that subtly move with the wind, with views that change as one moves through the space. “Memory Veil” recalls familiar memories from our past and embraces visitors in a prosperous new year ahead.
The installation could be seen at Pavilion, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from January 15, 2022 to February 15, 2022. Artist: Pamela Poh Sin Tan. Collaboration: Tiger Beer Malaysia.
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The bead curtain is a familiar element to many. This simple demarcation of space acts as a veil over the spaces that precede it. A screen enveloping the intimacy of its inhabitants until, for a brief moment, when a person steps through it, it reveals glimpses of what lies beyond its threshold.
In its most basic form, it comes in the form of rows of threaded beads that hang down from above. By changing the beads and their material, the curtain takes on another materiality. Some curtains shimmer in the sun as it moves, while others may seem more opaque until a gust of wind or movement reveals its true nature; a curtain and nothing more. Despite its simple function, the bead curtain evokes childlike wonder in young and old alike. One can recall the rustling of a willow tree or conjure up the image of a shadow puppet show. It is these fleeting qualities that leave an imprint on a person’s memory of a house or store in which he had lived.
“Memory Veil” reinserts this ornamental element as the “veil” of the entrance to the pavilion
Image by David Yeow
Strands of red ropes suspended from a structure of a geometric tiger pattern form the catwalk that invites the public to pass
Image by Aaron Wong
The five red “curtains” create an illusion of traditional Chinese arches that subtly move with the wind, with views that change as one moves through the space.
Image by Aaron Wong.
One can recall the rustling of a willow tree or conjure up the image of a shadow puppet show. It is these fleeting qualities that leave an imprint on a person’s memory of a house or store in which he had lived.
Image by Aaron Wong.
“Memory Veil” recalls familiar memories from our past and embraces visitors in a prosperous new year ahead
Image by Aaron Wong.
Tribal tiger floor pattern
Image by Aaron Wong.
BTS: Workers set up an art installation as part of a Chinese New Year campaign, on scaffolding at the entrance of Pavilion Kuala Lumpur.
Photo of Annice
BTS: Workers set up an art installation as part of a Chinese New Year campaign, on scaffolding at the entrance of Pavilion Kuala Lumpur.
Photo of Annice
BTS: Workers worked tirelessly for many nights throughout the week on the installation, which is 10 meters high and 13 meters wide to hang 10,000 beads and strings.
Photo by Annice Lyn
Behind the scenes: Installation work took place in the middle of the night when the city is asleep
Photo by Annice Lyn.
BTS: Workers set up an art installation as part of a Chinese New Year campaign designed by Pamela Tan, Poh Sin Studio.
Photo by Annice Lyn.
