The art world is back in full swing this season. Coinciding with the opening of Art021 Hong Kong, last week, K11 Musea staged acclaimed Chinese painter Xia Yu’s first solo presentation, titled Golden Hour, in the city. Curated by Beijing-based gallery Hive Center for Contemporary Art’s director Laura Shao, it features more than 30 paintings by Yu.

To celebrate the occasion, Tatler Asia and Montblanc hosted a dinner at Saffron at the HKGTA Town Club, with the artist and Jean Sébastien Gerondeau, Montblanc’s South Asia president, in attendance. Notable members of the art community, such as Vicky Lam, Catherine Kwai, Edward Fung, Irene Chu and Queenie Rosita Law were among the VIPs in attendance.

Guests were treated to a meticulously crafted four-course meal by chef Gareth Packham, each dish thoughtfully paired with exquisite wines. The gastronomic adventure began with the effervescent notes of Bollinger champagne, setting a tone of luxury and refinement. As the night progressed, guests savoured the complexity of Chanson Chambolle Musigny 1er Cru Les Combottes, a red Burgundy known for its elegance and depth. The white wine selection featured the prestigious Chanson Meursault, offering a perfect balance of richness and acidity to complement the culinary creations.

Montblanc also presented a small showcase of its new limited-edition fountain pens, inspired by 20th-century Austrian artist Gustav Klimt, who was the creator of the famous The Kiss painting. Guests marvelled at the intricate enamel details on the fountain pens, which are a part of the brand’s Masters of Art series.