Art News
Ai Weiwei Criticizes Western Censorship as More Severe Than Mao's China
Feb 6, 2024
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Ai Weiwei compares Western censorship, exemplified by the backlash against personal opinions and academic freedom, to be more severe than what he experienced in Mao's China. He highlights the suppression surrounding discussions on Gaza and criticizes the art world's focus on fame and money over free expression.
Art News
Twenty Terracotta Warriors Discovered Near China's Secret Emperor's Tomb
Feb 11, 2022
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Archaeologists discovered 20 new Terracotta warriors near China's secret Emperor's tomb. Sculptures were discovered in Pit No. 1, an infantry and chariot section of the mausoleum. The excavation is expected to yield more than 6,000 pottery figures and horses.
Lifestyle
Qiao Zhibing: Prominent figure in China's international contemporary art scene
Feb 2, 2024
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10 minutes read
Qiao Zhibing, who earned his wealth through his nightclub and karaoke bar ventures in Shanghai and Beijing, has emerged as a prominent figure in China's international contemporary art scene over the past decade..