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Cai Guo-Qiang 蔡国强 — Untitled (Head On)
Cai Guo-Qiang 蔡国强

Untitled (Head On)

2008

This pop-up book artwork features an elaborate three-dimensional sculptural composition depicting two stylized animal heads in dynamic confrontation. The intricate paper engineering creates dramatic shadows and depth, transforming the traditional book format into an interactive sculptural experience. The work explores themes of conflict, power, and transformation through the clever manipulation of cut and folded paper. The neutral monochromatic palette emphasizes the complex geometric forms and theatrical presentation.

Medium
Pop up book

Notes

Lot 281 in EHC Essentials: Modern and Contemporary on Artsy (May 19, 2026).

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EHC Essentials: Modern and Contemporary

May 19, 2026

Lot 281

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Cai Guo-Qiang 蔡国强, Untitled (Head On), 2008

This pop-up book artwork features an elaborate three-dimensional sculptural composition depicting two stylized animal heads in dynamic confrontation. The intricate paper engineering creates dramatic shadows and depth, transforming the traditional book format into an interactive sculptural experience. The work explores themes of conflict, power, and transformation through the clever manipulation of cut and folded paper. The neutral monochromatic palette emphasizes the complex geometric forms and theatrical presentation.

Medium
Pop up book
Year
2008
Seen at
EHC Fine Art Auction, Unknown

Related themes

Pop-Up Book, Dynamic Composition, Conflict, Shadow Play, Kinetic potential, Theatrical Presentation, Paper Art, Animal Imagery, Installation, Mixed Media, Conceptual Art, Decorative Arts, Transformation, Sculptural Form, Contemporary Sculpture, East Asian Contemporary, Monochromatic, Book Arts, Interactive Art, Three-Dimensional

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