Yu Nancheng

Tai Chi (中华太极)
Oil on Canvas, 150 x 6.5 x 300 cm

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About the artwork

This piece typifies Yu Nancheng's iconic 'Tai Chi' series, which is the artist's exploration of the breakthrough technique of applying heavy layers of pure oil paint onto canvas using a palette knife. Being Western in nature and origin, the technique adds for interesting contrast with the traditionally Chinese or classical elements of his artworks, and also contributes to his signature style of perceivable depth on canvas. This is visible with the awe-inspiring multitudes in this series. Working from memory, the artist’s depictions are often aesthetic exaggerations in the pursuit of arresting visual impact. His ‘Tai Chi’ series was inspired by the sight of thousands practicing Tai Chi at Tiananmen Square in China. His sense of national pride at this sight is evident by the predominant use of the colour red.



About the artist

Born in Changzhou, Jiangsu Province in 1956, Yu Nancheng currently resides in Shanghai and has been engaged in art creation for more than 40 years. His artworks have been exhibited across China and are collected by art institutions and professional art collectors around the world in locations such as the U.S, Germany, Switzerland, France, England, Japan and the Middle Eastern countries. Yu’s breakthrough technique of layers by palette knife application revolutionised the world of Chinese oil painting, with his contrasting Chinese and Western techniques embellishing his signature mediums.

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