Qin Wang
Wordless Stele II
May one see it?
Yes, receiving visitors
On public display.
- Checked
- In this state since
- Source
- The museum
About the sculpture
This object is part of a series by the artist inspired by Chinese calligraphy. In this work, the individual brushstrokes are no longer visible but disappear into fluid ink that coveres the surface. The idea of reaching a state of void and emptiness, where words no longer exist, resonates with the ideals sought after by Chinese scholars when practising calligraphy. This work also exemplifies the artist's attitude to life and art.
Victoria and Albert Museum
Particulars
- Accession number
- FE.41-2014
In the catalog
Sources
- Victoria and Albert Museum
- Image: Victoria and Albert Museum — © Victoria and Albert Museum, London
