Representative work by Chen Zhen
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Artist

Chen Zhen

1955–2000 · Chinese-French · Based in Paris, France & Shanghai, China

  • Institut des Hautes Études en Arts Plastiques, Paris (1989)
  • Shanghai Theatre Academy (1978)
  • Transexperience Sculptures
  • Tibetan Drums (Daily Incantations)
  • Alchemical Installations

Chen Zhen developed an installation practice from everyday objects, medical references, furniture and sound after moving from Shanghai to Paris in 1986. His concept of 'transexperience' described the knowledge produced through living between cultures.

Installation; sculpture

Gallery Representation

Major Works

  • 1998Jue Chang—Fifty Strokes to Each
  • 1999Precipitous Parturition
  • 2000Crystal Landscape of Inner Body
  • 1995Round Table
  • 1996Daily Incantations
  • 2000Purification Room
  • 2000Zen Garden
  • 2000Field of Synergy
  • 1998Un-interrupted Voice
  • 1997Prayer Wheel—Money Makes the Mare Go

Museums & Public Collections

Interviews & Writing

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