Gao Xiao Wu

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About the artwork

The posture of Gao Xiao Wu's Standard Times sculptures is the first thing that strikes the viewer about his sculptures. Gao's work reflects the expression of respect that he sees as innately Asian, and in an act similar to a genuflect, the personification of respect is seen in the motion of bending forward. It is normal to depict sculptures as standing upright and yet in this work, the intention of the artist manifests through the choice of posture of the figures. In a similar way, the smile serves the purpose of demonstrating congenial attitudes. The viewer is left to ponder if this is where the interpretation stops or if the works are a satire on the current socio-political position of the Chinese. His sculptures are collected by many international corporates including Park Hyatt Shanghai and DBS Bank Limited.

About the artist

Gao Xiao Wu was born in Sanming, Fujian province, in 1976 and currently lives and works in Beijing. He enrolled in the sculpture department of Xiamen Art Academy before continuing his studies at the Central Academy of Fine Arts, Beijing and graduating in 2004. Basing his work on the lives of ordinary people in the city, as well as an exploration of his own identity, Gao Xiao Wu's work has been shown in solo and prestigious group exhibitions and is included in high-profile art collections worldwide including the White Rabbit Collection, Australia; DBS Group, Singapore; Park Hyatt, Shanghai and the Museum of Modern Art, New York.