Cai Zhi Song

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About the artwork

Inner torment is something that relates to all of us, as Cai states: "Pain is universal, no matter who you are, everyone feels pain at some point." This has, of course, held true throughout history, with external phenomena constantly changing, but the same emotions continuing to exist. With modern techniques and materials, the figures capture the viewer's imagination and achieve a timeless beauty. This can be seen in the intricate surface detail, such as the ornate hairstyles created out of thin wires, contrasting with the simple, clear shapes and poses.

About the artist

Cai Zhi Song was born in 1972 in Shenyang Liaoning Province, China and graduated from the Sculpture Department of Central Academy of Fine Arts in Beijing in 1997. He then taught at the university from 1998-2008. A sculpture artist whose powerful work has gained him international recognition, Cai Zhi Song was the first Chinese artist to win the prestigious Taylor prize at the Paris Autumn Salon in Eiffel-Branly - a highly coveted award that is given to only one distinguished artist every year. Created with great technical skill and originality, Cai Zhisong's impressive sculptures have been exhibited the world over and are part of numerous prestigious private and public collections.