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Introduction

Tsang Tsou-choi (1921-2007) (aka the "King of Kowloon") was a street artist and calligrapher, who gained notoriety for his graffiti and calligraphy in the 1990s Hong Kong.  Known for his distinctive calligraphy-style graffiti, the King of Kowloon adorned public spaces with complex, self-proclaimed ownership stamps, reflecting his personal narrative and assertions of sovereignty.

This page serves as a comprehensive resource, highlighting the collections and materials available at M+ Museum that delve into the intriguing world of the King of Kowloon and its connection to the broader theme of Hong Kong Visual Culture. 

M+ Reference Library

M+ Collections

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2012.1515

Tsang Tsou-choi (a.k.a. King of Kowloon) 

Doors 門

2003

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2012.1666

Andrew J Loiterton 

Tsang Tsou-choi (a.k.a. King of Kowloon) 

Untitled 0096-005 無題 0096-005

photographed 2003, printed 2012

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2012.1671

Andrew J Loiterton 

Tsang Tsou-choi (a.k.a. King of Kowloon) 

Untitled 096-032 無題0096-032

photographed 2003, printed 2012

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2013.7

Tsang Tsou-choi (a.k.a. King of Kowloon) 

Untitled 無題

1990s

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2013.34

Tsang Tsou-choi (a.k.a. King of Kowloon) 

Untitled (Partial Map of Kowloon) 

circa 1994–1997

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2013.243

Tsang Tsou-choi (a.k.a. King of Kowloon) 

Untitled (TTC_C49-00) 

circa 1997

M+ Exhibitions

External Resources / Recommendations