Marinus van Hall — The Flowering Spirit

KYAS ART SALON is pleased to present The Flowering Spirit, a series of recent oil paintings by Marinus van Hall (b. 1992, Amsterdam), on view at KUNST RAI 2026.

This body of work emerges from the artist’s longstanding engagement with Japan, where he has spent extended periods over the past eight years. Drawing inspiration from Japanese philosophy and aesthetics—particularly Zeami’s Fūshikaden (The Transmission of the Flower)—van Hall reflects on the transient nature of beauty and the inner life of the individual.

The presented paintings depict serene female figures with closed eyes, rendered with a refined technique that bridges Dutch classical painting and Japanese sensibility. While their appearance suggests traditional attire, subtle elements of imagination and timelessness place them in a space between reality and reverie.

Van Hall’s work explores themes of stillness, introspection, and spiritual balance. The figures function not as portraits in the conventional sense, but as contemplative presences—inviting the viewer into a moment of quiet reflection within the dynamic environment of the art fair

Yoshiyasu Tamura — ICON-TACT: Eternal Beauty

KYAS ART SALON is proud to present ICON-TACT: Eternal Beauty by Yoshiyasu Tamura at KunstRAI.

Tamura’s work occupies a distinctive position within contemporary Japanese painting, seamlessly bridging the visual refinement of traditional nihonga and screen painting with the immediacy of manga and popular culture. His portraits of enigmatic female figures—often rendered in geisha-inspired attire—are set against radiant gold-leaf grounds, evoking both historical craftsmanship and a striking contemporary presence.

Executed with exceptional precision and a highly controlled palette, Tamura’s paintings possess a rare duality: they are at once visually seductive and conceptually grounded. The figures appear suspended outside of time, transforming cultural archetypes into singular, iconic images that resonate across audiences and contexts.

Increasingly recognized for his ability to translate Japanese visual heritage into a contemporary global language, Tamura’s work appeals to collectors seeking pieces that combine technical mastery, cultural depth, and strong visual impact. ICON-TACT: Eternal Beauty presents a focused selection that highlights the artist’s evolving practice and growing international relevance.