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// The Crying Boy by Yin Jun, painted in 2013, is an expressive oil on canvas that captures a raw moment of exaggerated emotion. The painting features a pink-skinned figure with a contorted face, mouth wide open in a scream or wail, while tears fly in multiple directions. The character wears a green military-style helmet, creating a stark contrast with the vivid pink of his skin. The background includes abstract blocks of color, enhancing the surreal quality of the piece. Yin Jun uses bold colors and exaggerated forms to convey intensity, perhaps commenting on themes of frustration, vulnerability, or suppressed emotion within a regimented or authoritarian context. This work combines elements of satire and emotional release, inviting viewers to explore deeper meanings beneath its visually striking surface.
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// The Crying Boy by Yin Jun, painted in 2013, is an expressive oil on canvas that captures a raw moment of exaggerated emotion. The painting features a pink-skinned figure with a contorted face, mouth wide open in a scream or wail, while tears fly in multiple directions. The character wears a green military-style helmet, creating a stark contrast with the vivid pink of his skin. The background includes abstract blocks of color, enhancing the surreal quality of the piece. Yin Jun uses bold colors and exaggerated forms to convey intensity, perhaps commenting on themes of frustration, vulnerability, or suppressed emotion within a regimented or authoritarian context. This work combines elements of satire and emotional release, inviting viewers to explore deeper meanings beneath its visually striking surface.
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Crying Series - Brothers, 2013
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Crying Series - Swimming , 2012
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