Chen Wen Ling

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About the artwork

Chen Wen Ling's "Leap 119" captures a moment of exuberant anticipation. The boy, poised in a ready-to-jump stance, extends his hands behind him, creating a dynamic sense of forward momentum. His wide, infectious grin radiates pure joy, suggesting an imminent, uninhibited leap into the unknown. This posture, combined with the exaggerated smile, embodies the boundless energy and optimistic spirit of youth. The smooth, polished surface of the sculpture enhances the boy's form, emphasizing the fluidity of his pose and the lightness of his spirit. "Leap 119" becomes a celebration of unbridled enthusiasm and the exhilarating feeling of taking a risk, inviting viewers to embrace the thrill of life's leaps.

About the artist

Chen Wen Ling was born in 1969 in China and is recognized as one of the top ten contemporary sculptors in the international art industry today. Since graduating from the Xiamen Academy of Art where he studied in the sculpture department followed by Central Academy of Fine Arts in Beijing, his exhibitions have been held in numerous prestigious exhibitions all around the world. In 1999, Chen Wen Ling received the Venice Biennial International Prize of the Golden Lion in Italy and In 2005, he received the award for best installation in the Museum for Inopportune in France. He has also held displays of his Red Memory series at ‘Sculptures by the Sea’ for consecutive years, which received high demand and acclaim.