Ah Xian - First one-man show in Europe
Ah Xian is a Chinese-born artist who migrated to Australia. He however maintains a close connection with his homeland, particularly its artistic techniques. His works are a stunning representation of the human form. and they are full of meaning For example the Human Lotus above is a statement about the fact that you can never leave your roots completely behind. It’s also a reflection on what it means to be Chinese in the world today. A lot of his his work also carries definite political overtones about China’s attitude to free (especially artistic) speech. The works are all intimate, intricate and delicate. They require attention and viewing from different angles, making this quite a demanding show in its own way.
Gemeentemuseum Den Haag
Stadhouderslaan 41
2517 HV Den Haag
26 April 2008 - 7 September 2008
