A Fish Out of Water, an Incongruous Edifice
11/4/2023
I was recently downtown on business, and was surprised to see this "big shiny thing" as I rushed fro...
Artificial Rock #143
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200 Granville Street
Vancouver, British Columbia V6C 1S4
Artificial Rock #143, located in Vancouver, British Columbia, is a stainless steel sculpture by renowned Chinese artist Zhan Wang. Weighing 300 kg and measuring at 260 x 120 x 210 cm, this artwork has been a significant part of the Vancouver Biennale exhibition.
Originally installed for the 2009-2011 exhibition, this sculpture has found a new home through a collaboration between Downtown Van, Cadillac Fairview, and the Vancouver Biennale. It serves as a public artwork that aims to activate space, build communities, and create accessible destinations where people can engage with art.
Zhan Wang's creation, Artificial Rock #143, represents the fusion of contemporary Chinese art onto the global stage. With historical roots dating back over 2000 years, this sculpture, known as "fake mountain rocks" in Mandarin, symbolizes the restoration of man's connection to nature, making it a captivating addition to Vancouver's public art scene.
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Reminds me of the T-1000
4/20/2023
Zhan Wang’s “Artificial Rock #143” has returned to Vancouver’s public eye for the first time in just...
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