7 vertices is a work that was exhibited in the group show 《Faces We Want to See》 at the Lee Han-yeol Memorial Hall (October 7–November 30, 2015). The exhibition selected six individuals who had been sacrificed during the process of democratization or in popular struggles for livelihood, paired each with one of six artists, and presented their lives through each artist’s distinct mode of expression.

The exhibition’s purpose was to resurrect these “faces” – people whose deaths were difficult, unjust, or untimely – through the artistic interpretations of different contemporary artists. Rather than simply memorializing Lee Han-yeol, the museum used this platform to broaden its mission: turning the space into one that honors many martyrs and activists who preceded him, not just a single figure.

Each of the six selected individuals was paired with an artist, and through various media such as painting, printmaking, sculpture, photography, and video, the artists explored personal stories of activism, struggle, and sacrifice. For example, artists like Ha Jae-wan and Lee Ji-hyun depicted specific martyrs, drawing on historical records and emotional resonance to evoke their legacies.

This exhibition is not just a historical recount: it is an act of collective memory and artistic tribute. By “calling forth” these faces, the Lee Han-yeol Memorial Hall invites visitors to reflect on the ongoing relevance of their stories, and to honor the lives of those who fought bravely for justice.