R13. YUE MINJUN (b 1962)  

Revolutionary Romanticism  2000

Lithograph
Edition of 60
75 x 92 cm

The style of Yue Minjun, another pioneer of contemporary Chinese art, has been described as cynical realism, as it replies to failed hopes, broken pledges and political disasters with exaggerated laughter. His grinning men, both in painting and in sculpture, are highly sought after by international collectors. 

Provenance
Shenzhen, He Xiang Nin Art Museum, The Reproduction of idols, 2004-2006
Denver Art Museum, Radar : Selection from the collection of Vicky and Kent Logan,  2006

Literature
Soobin Art Gallery exhibition catalogue (2002:44). Soaking in Silly Laughter