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// Walking by Wang Huai-Qing, a limited edition etching from 2006 with an edition size of 60, presents an abstract landscape of vertical black and white strokes that evoke the sensation of movement and rhythm. These elongated, irregular forms appear to march across a soft, muted gray background, with scattered ink splatters adding texture and depth. The piece conveys a sense of motion, as if these forms are figures moving in a procession or journey. The minimalist and monochromatic approach enhances the contemplative atmosphere, inviting viewers to interpret the piece as a metaphor for movement through space or time. Wang's use of vertical elements and contrasting tones creates a balance between stillness and dynamic energy.

Wang Huai-Qing (China, 1944) is a contemporary artist celebrated for blending traditional Chinese calligraphy with modern abstraction. His bold, minimalist compositions often deconstruct classical motifs, creating a dialogue between heritage and innovation. Using ink and oil, Wang reimagines Chinese visual culture in a global context.

Huai-Qing Wang

Walking , 2006

Name: Walking , 2006
SKU: 2989
Price: 4300.00 EUR
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Limited Edition Print

Limited Edition PrintA limited edition print is one of a number of prints made at the same time from one printmaking plate. A fixed number are made and signed by the artist, indicating the printing order, using the format 1/10, meaning first of ten prints.

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Etching

EtchingEtching is a technique where a design is created on a metal surface by using a strong acid or mordant to eat away the unprotected parts of the metal, leaving the desired pattern in relief (intaglio). In modern art and manufacturing, different chemicals may be used depending on the material being etched.

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Edition of 60

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Huai-Qing Wang (b. 1944, China) is a Chinese artist renowned for his unique approach to contemporary Chinese painting, blending traditional techniques with modern abstract forms. His work often explores the tension between the ancient and the modern, the East and the West, using a minimalist palette of ink and color on paper to create powerful, contemplative compositions. Wang's art is deeply influenced by Chinese philosophy and calligraphy, as well as Western modernist movements, resulting in a style that is both introspective and universal. His abstract landscapes and figures, often rendered in a gestural, almost calligraphic manner, evoke a sense of spiritual depth and harmony. Wang's work has been widely exhibited in China and internationally, establishing him as a significant figure in the global contemporary art scene.

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What is Chinese contemporary art?

Chinese Contemporary Art is marked by a wide range of styles and experimental approaches. In the 1980s, avant-garde exhibitions were often shut down by government officials. The 1990s saw the rise of political pop and cynical realism, while China's One-Child Policy influenced artists to explore the individual as a subject matter.

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Huai-Qing Wang

Walking , 2006

76 x 102.5 cm

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