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Aktis Gallery present renowned Chinese émigré artist, Gao Xingjian at this years Asian Art in London, in 'Wandering and Metaphysical Thoughts.' The exhibition continues into January 2016.
Aktis Gallery will host an exhibition of works by renowned Chinese émigré artist and former recipient of the Nobel Prize for Literature, Gao Xingjian. There will be approximately 20 works on paper including, Marchers (2013) and Midnight (2013), and an accompanying catalogue includes previously unpublished poetry by the artist. Selected quotations will be placed in the gallery to accompany the paintings, and a reading of the poem will play over the sound system. A 35-minute film, created by Gao, will be available at a viewing station for guests to quietly observe. This exhibition gives a nod to the traditions of both East and West, the fusion of which has been of long standing interest to the artist in all genres.
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10am-2pm and 3pm-6pm. Please note that over the Christmas period opening times may alter.
Image: Gao Xingjian,‘Marchers’ 2013, ink on paper, signed lower left, 84 x 110cm, Copyright Aktis Gallery.
Aktis Gallery
10-11 Park Place, London, SW1A 1LP
