YIN XIN 尹欣 (CHINA, B. 1959) After Botticelli: Venus 仿波提切利：維納斯
YIN XIN (CHINA, B. 1959) After Botticelli: Venus 2002 Oil on canvas Signed Yin and dated 2002 on lower right 200cm x 200cm 尹欣 仿波提切利：維納斯 2002年作 油畫畫布 款式：Yin.2002 於畫布右下 - PROVENANCE: The Kings Road Gallery Ltd.; Private Collection, London - NOTE: Yin Xin, a painter hailing from China's far-western province of Xinxiang, was just seven years old when the Cultural Revolution commenced in his homeland. This tumultuous period left an indelible mark on the young artist, prompting him to reject the constraints of social realism—a style enforced during his time at Art College. While his peers delved into propaganda graphic art, Yin Xin plotted his escape into expressionism, disillusioned by the endless still lives and rigid conventions of his education. He pursued formal education at Xinjiang Normal University of Fine Arts before teaching there for two years. Further studies took him to the Xi'an Academy of Fine Arts and the Royal Melbourne Institute of Art, where he honed his craft and developed his distinct style. Continuing to explore his fascination with China and its people, Yin Xin employs a technique he calls 'Chinesifying'—adapting traditional Western images and styles to reflect Chinese culture. He challenges conventions by reimagining iconic Western artworks with Chinese subjects, blurring the boundaries between cultures and eras. Yin Xin's exhibitions, notably his 'Opium' and 'After the Masters' series, have garnered widespread acclaim in Britain and Hong Kong. However, it is his 'Ballerinas' collection that captivates audiences with its serene yet dramatic compositions, offering a unique perspective on male and female dancers on stage. Currently residing in Paris, Yin Xin's art continues to provoke thought and inspire conversation. Noteworthy among his achievements is a commission by Notre Dame de Paris in 2017, which resulted in three of his works— "Madonna and Son," "Portrait of Martyr Chan Chang Pin," and a pair of Chinese couplets—being permanently displayed within the cathedral. His works have also been included in the exhibition 'Botticelli Reimagined' held at the Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) which ran from the 5 March 2016 to 3 July 2016. It explored the enduring impact of the Florentine painter Sandro Botticelli from the Pre-Raphaelites up to today. LINK: https://www.vam.ac.uk/exhibitions/botticelli-reimaginedClick here to share:Request a condition report
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YIN XIN (CHINA, B. 1959) After Botticelli: Venus 2002 Oil on canvas Signed Yin and dated 2002 on lower right 200cm x 200cm 尹欣 仿波提切利：維納斯 2002年作 油畫畫布 款式：Yin.2002 於畫布右下 - PROVENANCE: The Kings Road Gallery Ltd.; Private Collection, London - NOTE: Yin Xin, a painter hailing from China's far-western province of Xinxiang, was just seven years old when the Cultural Revolution commenced in his homeland. This tumultuous period left an indelible mark on the young artist, prompting him to reject the constraints of social realism—a style enforced during his time at Art College. While his peers delved into propaganda graphic art, Yin Xin plotted his escape into expressionism, disillusioned by the endless still lives and rigid conventions of his education. He pursued formal education at Xinjiang Normal University of Fine Arts before teaching there for two years. Further studies took him to the Xi'an Academy of Fine Arts and the Royal Melbourne Institute of Art, where he honed his craft and developed his distinct style. Continuing to explore his fascination with China and its people, Yin Xin employs a technique he calls 'Chinesifying'—adapting traditional Western images and styles to reflect Chinese culture. He challenges conventions by reimagining iconic Western artworks with Chinese subjects, blurring the boundaries between cultures and eras. Yin Xin's exhibitions, notably his 'Opium' and 'After the Masters' series, have garnered widespread acclaim in Britain and Hong Kong. However, it is his 'Ballerinas' collection that captivates audiences with its serene yet dramatic compositions, offering a unique perspective on male and female dancers on stage. Currently residing in Paris, Yin Xin's art continues to provoke thought and inspire conversation. Noteworthy among his achievements is a commission by Notre Dame de Paris in 2017, which resulted in three of his works— "Madonna and Son," "Portrait of Martyr Chan Chang Pin," and a pair of Chinese couplets—being permanently displayed within the cathedral. His works have also been included in the exhibition 'Botticelli Reimagined' held at the Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) which ran from the 5 March 2016 to 3 July 2016. It explored the enduring impact of the Florentine painter Sandro Botticelli from the Pre-Raphaelites up to today. LINK: https://www.vam.ac.uk/exhibitions/botticelli-reimaginedClick here to share:Request a condition report
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