Wang Guangyi Coca Cola (Green) (from Great Criticism), 2006

Lithograph in colors on Arches paper
Literature: Wang Guangyi is best known for his adept fusions of propagandistic imagery and capitalist iconography, through which he seeks to explore the complex and often contradictory nature of contemporary Chinese national identity. In his 'Great Criticism' series, Guangyi repurposes the colorful, graphic imagery of Mao-era posters, mixing in repetitive, stamp-like strings of numbers along with logos for prominent brands. Here, a trio of Chinese citizens, two of whom brandish the Communist hammer and sickle, is accompanied by Guangyi’s interpretation of the Coca-Cola logo.
Dimensions: Dimensions N/A
signature info: Signed and numbered on recto
Dimension notes: Plate: 29.5 x 26.25 in (74.9 x 66.7 cm)Sheet: 34.5 x 30.5 in (87.63 x 77.47 cm)
Edition: Edition of 199