Chinese Whispers: Recent Art of the Sigg and M+ Sigg Collections

Chinese Whispers: Recent Art of the Sigg and M+ Sigg CollectionsIntroducing 'Chinese Whispers: Recent Art of the Sigg and M+ Sigg Collections', a captivating hardback book that explores the vibrant evolution of contemporary Chinese art over four decades. Measuring 190 x 280 mm and featuring 360 pages filled with stunning visuals and insightful commentary, this publication is a must have for art enthusiasts and collectors alike. It showcases remarkable contributions from renowned artists like Ai Weiwei, Cao Fei,

Introducing 'Chinese Whispers: Recent Art of the Sigg and M+ Sigg Collections', a captivating hardback book that explores the vibrant evolution of contemporary Chinese art over four decades. Measuring 190 x 280 mm and featuring 360 pages filled with stunning visuals and insightful commentary, this publication is a must-have for art enthusiasts and collectors alike. It showcases remarkable contributions from renowned artists like Ai Weiwei, Cao Fei, and Fang Lijun, highlighting their roles in the shifting landscape of Chinese art in the 21st century.

This essential volume delves into the Sigg and M+ Sigg Collections, offering a comprehensive look at recent acquisitions while examining the cultural globalization and homogeneity that contemporary Chinese artists navigate today. It provides a unique lens on the global art market and the current generation's engagement with both international trends and traditional Chinese heritage. This book is not just a collection of artworks; it's an exploration of identity, innovation, and the future trajectories of art in China.

Whether you're an art student, a seasoned collector, or simply an admirer of contemporary culture, 'Chinese Whispers' brilliantly unfolds a new perspective on the rich tapestry of Chinese contemporary artistry and its ongoing evolution. Don’t miss your chance to own this groundbreaking volume that reshapes your understanding of Chinese art.

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CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 190 x 280 mm
Pages: 360
Bind: hardback
Authors: Kunstmuseum Bern, Zentrum Paul Klee, Kathleen BĂĽhler Publisher: Prestel Publishing


Spanning forty years and bringing together works by artists such as Ai Weiwei, Cao Fei, and Fang Lijun, this volume follows the development of contemporary art in China in the new millennium. Focusing on recent acquisitions of the Sigg and M+ Sigg Collections, the book examines them through the prism of cultural globalization and cultural homogeneity. For the younger generation of artists presented in this book, a global art market and global network are part of the norm and their work reflects these conditions. At the same time, Chinese art is now an established entity in contemporary art, and many Chinese artists are exploring what is specifically "Chinese" in their work and turning to the traditions of the past. This groundbreaking volume unfolds a new panorama of Chinese art and assesses how attitudes toward Chinese contemporary art have evolved.

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