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Chinese Contemporary art

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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A

Ai, Weiwei

B

Bin, Yang Shao

Bo, Zhao

Bolin, Liu

C

Chunya, Zhou

D

Dali, Zhang

F

Fanzhi, Zeng

G

Gao, Xingjian

Gao Brothers,

Guangyi, Wang

H

Huan, Zhang

J

Jingdong, Shen

Jun, Yin

K

Kun, Yin

L

Lijun, Fang

M

Minjun, Yue

R

Rong, Rong

S

Su, Xiaobai

T

Teh-Chun, Chu

Turk, Gavin

W

Wang, Huai-Qing

Wou-Ki, Zao

X

Xiaogang, Zhang

Y

Yan, Huang

Z

Zhengjie, Feng

Zhijie, Qiu

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BOMB, 2020

Limited Edition Print

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Cats (black)

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Cats (black), 2022

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GBP 3,850

Cats (Pink)

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Cats (Pink), 2022

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Pequi Tree

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Pequi Tree, 2021

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Turquoise

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Turquoise, 2015

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Middle Finger, 2023

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Cedar Tree, 2023

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History of Bombs

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History of Bombs, 2020

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Cats, red

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Cats, red, 2022

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3D Printing of My Left Hand

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3D Printing of My Left Hand, 2022

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Big Family No.1 (from Bloodline portfolio)

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Big Family No.1 (from Bloodline portfolio), 2006

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Comrade Woman (from Bloodline portfolio)

Zhang Xiaogang

Comrade Woman (from Bloodline portfolio), 2006

Limited Edition Print

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Big Family No.3 (from Bloodline portfolio)

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Big Family No.3 (from Bloodline portfolio), 2006

Limited Edition Print

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The Big Family (from Bloodline portfolio)

Zhang Xiaogang

The Big Family (from Bloodline portfolio), 2006

Limited Edition Print

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Brother and Sister (from Bloodline portfolio)

Zhang Xiaogang

Brother and Sister (from Bloodline portfolio), 2006

Limited Edition Print

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Crying Series - Brothers

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Crying Series - Brothers, 2013

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Oil on canvas

Oil on canvas

(41 works, 36 for sale)

Oil paint is a slow-drying type of paint made from pigment particles suspended in a drying oil, typically linseed oil. The viscosity of the paint can be adjusted by adding a solvent like turpentine, and varnish can be added to increase the glossiness of the dried paint film. Oil painting has been used since the 12th century in Europe, initially for decoration, but it was not widely adopted as a primary painting medium until the 15th century.

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Authenticity

Authenticity

Authenticity refers to the qualities that define an original artwork as genuine, created by the artist under the original circumstances. A reproduction lacks authenticity because it was not made by the original artist and does not share the same context or creation process. The authenticity of an original artwork can be questioned when reproductions exist, which can diminish its value. Authenticity is often established through provenance, expert analysis, and documentation, ensuring the artwork's originality.

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Spatialism

Spatialism

(14 works, 6 for sale)

Spatialism is an art movement that originated in Italy in 1947, founded by Lucio Fontana with the intention of synthesizing sound, color, movement, and space into a new form of art. The movement's central ideas were outlined in Fontana's first manifesto, published in 1947, where he introduced the concept of spatial art to capture the spirit of the post-war era. His ideas were further developed in five subsequent manifestos. Although Fontana's ideas were sometimes considered vague, his influence was significant, as he was one of the first European artists to emphasize art as a performance and gesture.

Artwork by Lucio Fontana

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