Dawn Atelier & Academy

First the Fruit, Then the Flower

In Time, in Bloom is Chris Li’s second solo exhibition, following The Fruits of Rebellion. Last time, we looked at the fruit; this time, the flower. Putting the fruit before the cause reverses the order of things, yet it often happens in art: artists work by instinct, and only looking back do they see where the work came from.

Li’s path as an artist began with flowers. He first bought them as casting material, then went on to grow his own; in time, growers also began entrusting him with varieties they had raised. Carrying his own time and someone else’s years, these flowers become works through burnout casting: each real flower is set in a mould and burned away in the kiln, leaving a hollow of its exact shape, into which metal is poured. Each flower has only one chance to take form. Waiting at the kiln, he waits not only for the metal to cool, but for the art of a flower blooming again. 

15 Nov 2026 – 13 Dec 2026

2/F, 19 Yun Ping Rd, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
12:00pm – 7:00pm (Monday Closed)

An exhibition and auction of eighty watches in my collection was held in February 2025. The events were well attended and the participation in the auctions was enthusiastic, thanks to the unfailing support of my friends and former students.

As a sequel to the earlier watch exhibition and auction, a series of direct sales of watches in my collection will be conducted in 2026 under chosen themes and categories. It is felt that direct sales might be more convenient and straightforward for potential buyers. The idea is still 《Time, Wisdom and Heritage》. Each watch has a story to tell, and is meant for those who would appreciate the wisdom of time and the art of watch making. The buyer of each watch is also expected as far as possible to pass it to his/her next generation.

There will be direct sales in the four seasons of 2026 under the categories:

Spring — Classics and Vintage
Summer — Colourful Dials
Autumn — Sporty and Casual
Winter — Gem and Jewelry

We stand to narrate the deep-seated values, impeccable quality, and authentic stories within each piece. With passion, Dawn attends to every nuance of its offerings, from the inspiration and concept to the meticulous process of crafting. Over the span of the past decade, Dawn has woven a tapestry of partnerships with the world’s leading individual designers, artisanal goldsmith ateliers, and venerable brands steeped in centuries of tradition.