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Ai Weiwei — China Bag Zodiac
Ai Weiwei

China Bag Zodiac

This limited edition work transforms the Chinese zodiac into a contemporary art object through Ai Weiwei's characteristic appropriation of everyday materials, presenting traditional cultural symbols within the context of mass-produced consumer goods. The piece exemplifies the artist's ongoing exploration of Chinese identity and globalization through accessible, democratically-priced multiples.

Medium
White PVC bad with transparent inlay, passepartout for framing
Dimensions
Edition
Edition of 2500 of 2500
Signed
Yes

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Ai Weiwei, China Bag Zodiac

This limited edition work transforms the Chinese zodiac into a contemporary art object through Ai Weiwei's characteristic appropriation of everyday materials, presenting traditional cultural symbols within the context of mass-produced consumer goods. The piece exemplifies the artist's ongoing exploration of Chinese identity and globalization through accessible, democratically-priced multiples.

Medium
White PVC bad with transparent inlay, passepartout for framing
Dimensions
46.99 x 64.51599999999999 cm
Edition
of 2500
Signed
Hand-signed by the artist
Seen at
Hamilton Selway, Los Angeles, CA

Related themes

Zodiac, Mixed Media, Conceptual Art, PVC, Installation Art, Chinese Art, Political Art, Contemporary

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Sarah Greenspan