30 works from 19 countries have been selected for the ninth edition of the Loewe Foundation Craft Prize Exhibition. The showcase, running from now until 14 June at the National Gallery Singapore, is a vibrant celebration of the contemporary craft world and pays tribute to the Spanish atelier’s rich history of craftsmanship. This year’s presentation features the finalists shortlisted from more than 5,000 submissions worldwide, spanning a diverse range of media, from textiles and furniture to glass and lacquer.
The coveted Craft Prize for 2026 was awarded to South Korean ceramic artist Jongjin Park, whose winning work, Strata of Illusion, explores the tension between control and collapse. Entirely moulded by hand, this intricate and layered sculpture showcases an undeniable quality of craftsmanship, evoking the delicateness of glassblowing and the precision of bookbinding. This year’s jury has also included two Special Mentions from the lineup: Frafra Tapestry, an elaborate community-woven masterpiece by Ghana’s Baba Tree Master Weavers in collaboration with Spain’s Álvaro Catalán de Ocón, and Collier, two necklaces designed by Italian jewellery artist Graziano Visintin that were made using ancient metalworking techniques.
