About the artwork
KU _ The Tai Chi series by Xie Ai Ge consists of eight colourfast fibreglass sculptures that demonstrate poses of the Chinese martial art 'Tai Chi.' Adopted for self defence, each pose is slow and graceful. Balance is the most important concept in the movements, which are carried out slowly with high levels of relaxation and intense concentration.
About the artist
Born in Hunan province in 1977, Xie Ai Ge made her name in the international art world with a host of remarkable works in bronze and synthetic materials. Graduated from the Shanghai Fine Arts College, she was recognized early as a promising young sculptor and in 2005, was acclaimed by art critics for her innovative work during her exhibition in the Shanghai Duolon Museum of Modern Art. The artist has progressed to exhibit globally with a focus on China and the US, where her works are part of many prestigious collections. Xie Ai Ge currently lives and works in Shanghai, China.