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// Gao Xingjian’s S/T from 2008 is a limited-edition lithograph that encapsulates his signature style, blending abstraction with an atmospheric sense of landscape. This piece, rendered in monochromatic tones, creates a contemplative scene through gradients of light and dark. The soft, blurred transitions evoke a misty, ethereal landscape that seems to hover between reality and imagination. The subtle textures and tonal shifts suggest movement and depth, while remaining open to interpretation, allowing the viewer to project their own emotions and reflections onto the work. Xingjian’s approach captures the essence of quiet introspection and the fleeting nature of perception.

Gao Xingjian (China/France, 1940) is a Chinese-born French artist, writer, and Nobel laureate. Known for his ink paintings, Gao's minimalist style blends traditional Chinese techniques with modern abstraction. His works often explore themes of exile, identity, and spiritual introspection, reflecting his experiences as a political exile and a global cultural figure.

Xingjian Gao

S/T, 2008

Name: S/T, 2008
SKU: 2971

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.

Medium

Lithograph

LithographLithography is a printing method based on the principle that water and oil do not mix. It can be used to print artwork or text onto paper or other suitable materials. Traditionally, an image was drawn with wax, fat, or oil onto a lithographic limestone surface or plate. Today, metal plates and other surfaces are also used in lithographic printing.

Edition

Edition of 75

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S/T, 2008

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When fashion sweeps in, artists follow suit. I think this is the malady of contemporary art.

- Xingjian Gao

Gao Xingjian (b. 1940 China) is a Chinese-born French author, playwright, and artist, widely recognized for his profound contributions to literature and painting. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2000, becoming the first Chinese-born writer to receive this honor. Gao’s work is marked by a deep exploration of existential themes, often reflecting on the individual's quest for freedom and the complexities of identity, particularly in the face of political oppression. His notable works include the novel Soul Mountain and the play The Other Shore, both of which blend elements of traditional Chinese culture with modernist techniques. In addition to his literary achievements, Gao is also an accomplished painter, known for his expressive ink-wash paintings that evoke a sense of introspection and spiritual depth. His multidisciplinary approach to art and literature has made him a significant figure in both Chinese and international cultural circles.

Artwork by Feng Zhengjie

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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Xingjian Gao

S/T, 2008

65 x 50 cm

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Xingjian Gao