
Soleil Rouge III (Mao)
A monumental portrait of Mao Zedong rendered in bold, expressive brushstrokes characteristic of Yan Pei-Ming's gestural style. The composition is dominated by a striking red palette, evoking both the iconography of Communist propaganda and a raw, almost visceral energy. The loose, fluid application of oil paint simultaneously constructs and deconstructs the iconic face, blurring the line between reverence and critique.
- Medium
- oil on canvas
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Phillips
🔨 Auction Lot
20th Century & Contemporary Art Day Sale
June 28, 2016
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