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Aquatint and spite bite

Su Xiaobai's Kuanhou - Autumn (2015) is a limited edition aquatint that uses subtle gradations of dark and earthy tones to evoke a sense of depth and mystery. The central form, a softly blurred square with dark, nearly black hues, is framed by lighter edges, giving the impression of a shadowy portal or void. This monochromatic abstraction draws viewers into a meditative space, reminiscent of autumn's quiet, introspective atmosphere. Xiaobai’s expertise in creating texture through aquatint and spit bite techniques allows the piece to capture a profound sense of calm and timelessness, reflecting the transient beauty and melancholy of the season.

Su Xiaobai (China, 1949) is a contemporary artist known for his abstract works that explore color, texture, and form. After studying at the Kunstakademie Düsseldorf, he developed a unique style incorporating traditional Chinese lacquer techniques with modern abstraction. Su's art often reflects themes of existence and perception, bridging Eastern and Western artistic philosophies.

Xiaobai Su

Kuanhou - Autumn , 2015

Name: Kuanhou - Autumn , 2015
SKU: 2834

Form

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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Aquatint and spite bite

Aquatint and spite biteIntaglio is a printmaking technique where the artist creates marks on a metal plate that hold ink or dye. The inked plate is then pressed onto paper, transferring the ink to the sheet. This process can be repeated multiple times depending on the technique. Intaglio methods, such as etching, often involve applying a mordant (acid) to the metal plate to create the design. Intaglio encompasses various techniques, including engraving, etching, and drypoint.

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Edition of 40

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Xiaobai Su, a sculptor, painter and printmaker, was born in the Republic of China. He studied art in Wuhan School of Arts and Craft in 1965, Wuhan School of Painting and Hubei Institute of Fine Arts. Later on in 1985, he joined the Beijing Central Academy of Fine Arts. He was awarded a scholarship to study in Germany in 1987 by the Dusseldorf Academy of Fine Arts where he undertook his graduate program. In 2003, Xiaobai Su moved back to china, and was inspired by a millennium-old plant material that acted as the symbol of Oriental culture. He was diverse in his painting tools experimenting on clay, oils, sack cloths, vines and even wood. Xiaobai Su's work after studying in Germany was deeply instigated by modernism and abstraction. Xiaobai Su was celebrated with an exhibition of his work from 2006-2010 at the National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts.

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