Even the maroon background is enlivened with a subtle grid texture that reflects myriad points of background light while lending the frieze the suggestion of gilded relief-carved marble (by then it was known that ancient Greek marbles were originally painted and gilded).

WSJ: Masterpiece: Gilded Abundance, Elegantly Restrained

Large abstract paintings by Spanish artist Miquel Barceo are on display until 29 July, their thick texture belying the artist's background as a sculptor who works with metals.

BBC: High-end art in Hong Kong