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Zhang Dali — Ak-47
Zhang Dali

Ak-47

A bold and provocative work by Chinese artist Zhang Dali, *AK-47* renders the iconic assault rifle in acrylic on vinyl, merging the language of street art with pointed political commentary. The choice of medium — slick, commercial vinyl — heightens the tension between consumer culture and the imagery of violence. The work reflects Zhang Dali's broader practice of confronting power, urbanism, and social unrest in contemporary China.

Medium
acrylic on vinyl

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Under the Influence

April 11, 2013

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Zhang Dali, Ak-47

A bold and provocative work by Chinese artist Zhang Dali, *AK-47* renders the iconic assault rifle in acrylic on vinyl, merging the language of street art with pointed political commentary. The choice of medium — slick, commercial vinyl — heightens the tension between consumer culture and the imagery of violence. The work reflects Zhang Dali's broader practice of confronting power, urbanism, and social unrest in contemporary China.

Medium
acrylic on vinyl
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Bold, Street Art, Acrylic, Weapon, Red, Urban, Provocative, Political Art, Chinese, Contemporary

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