Lotus Flowers
Zao Wou-ki
1952
- YEAR:1952
- MEDIUM:Oil on canvas
- DIMENSIONS:38 x 46 cm
Introduction
This work, Lotus Flowers, created in 1952, is a tremendous representative piece of Zao Wou-ki’s “Klee period” during his studies in France, a wonderful embodiment of Zao’s exploration of abstract forms inspired by Paul Klee. Lively and spirited lines and symbols emerge faintly from the bold, bright yellow background. An ancient cup is placed next to two lotus flowers that are about to bloom. The vibrant colour tones, ambiguous symbols, and abstract forms that dissolve the sense of space together add a sense of mystery and classical charm to the composition. Since then, Zao creatively integrated elements of traditional calligraphy and ancient characters into his abstract works, gradually sublimating figurative motifs into abstract meanings, incorporating loose, unrestrained brushwork into his oil paintings.
