Art Exhibitions: Idaho
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Boise Art MuseumWanxin Zhang: A Ten Year SurveyMay 22 – September 19, 2010
Wanxin Zhang, Poet of Battlefield, 2000, This exhibition will feature a series of larger-than-life ceramic figures by Chinese artist Wanxin Zhang. Inpired by the 8,000 clay soldiers of the Qin terra cotta army unearthed in Xian, China, in 1974, Zhang’s large-scale terra cotta warriors appear to cross over from history into today’s culture. Zhang’s figures are marked by a melding of cultures in manner of dress, hair fashion and appearance. While drawn from Chinese sculptural traditions, each figure has its own distinct personality and is imbued with peculiarities such as contemporary apparel, wire-rim glasses, a tie or binoculars. Zhang’s work combines ancient Chinese tradition with 21st century way of life. Wanxin Zhang lives and works in the San Francisco Bay Area. Organized by Arizona State University Art Museum |
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