Wang Guangyi WTO (from Great Criticism), 2006

Lithograph in colors on wove paper
Literature: Wang Guangyi is best known for his adept fusions of propagandistic imagery and capitalist iconography, through which he explores 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 look on in pride, surrounded by text promoting the banking, insurance, and telecommunication industries protected by the World Trade Organization (WTO).
Dimensions: Dimensions N/A
signature info: Signed and numbered on recto
Dimension notes: Plate: 26.5 x 26.25 in (67.31 x 66.68 cm)Sheet: 32.25 x 30.38 in (81.92 x 77.15 cm)
Edition: Edition of 199