Xie Ai Ge

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About the artwork

In this whimsical and playful sculpture of a child riding atop a warm stuffed bear, Xi Ai Ge’s mastery of creating clean lines in her sculptures and her minimalistic style shines through. In her Toy series, Xi Ai Ge was inspired by personal experiences of growing up in the mountains where she had little access to stuffed toys. Fueled by a nostalgia for a childhood she did not have, she created the comforting character of the stuffed bear as a companion for the child who is gleefully riding on its shoulders, bringing across feelings of warmth and affection.

About the artist

Born in Hunan province in 1977, Xie Ai Ge made her name in the international art world with a host of remarkable works in bronze and synthetic materials. Graduated from the Shanghai Fine Arts College, she was recognized early as a promising young sculptor and in 2005, was acclaimed by art critics for her innovative work during her exhibition in the Shanghai Duolon Museum of Modern Art. The artist has progressed to exhibit globally with a focus on China and the US, where her works are part of many prestigious collections. Xie Ai Ge currently lives and works in Shanghai, China.