In
this beautifully crafted portrait of a youthful Chinese women placed in
the foreground of an ancient scroll painting from the Tang Dynasty, the
artist is expressing a dialogue between ancient and modern--a juxtaposition
of past and future. The young Chinese beauty dressed in western clothing,
a white denim vest with a Chinese style collar, illustrates a modern world
melding with ancient China. Much can be read from the inferences and clues
in this artist's composition. China, while rich in ancient history is also
on the move. It is nation with great historical depth and, yet, capable
of embracing change and the modern world. Youthful exuberance seeped in
a rich tradition is the solid foundation for which a future of greatness
is almost certain. Gu Zhinong's painting is keenly aware of his rich cultural
roots and China's promising future. Like the youthful beauty, China is blossoming
into its own.Verna
Glancy
Gallery
Director - Contemporary Chinese Fine Art
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