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The Chinese and Meissen

10 November 2016

Cristina Morozzi

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The X+Q Art brand was founded by Chinese sculptors Xiang Jing and Gu Guanci in 2010. The two have recently collaborated with the German porcelain manufacturer, Meissen, to create a collection of hybrid figures that exhibit Chinese traits and dress, yet produced with pure Western technique. The unusual “genetic” combination catches one’s attention immediately. The figurines are dressed in brightly coloured red and blue Mao jackets, and their puffy cheeks resemble those of little elves. The little angels are not traditional, winged putti, but chubby Chinese men, seated with wings spread wide. Germany and Chiina combine to create a new peaceful breed of miniature.

WHERE: 1601, #4 Building, China Central Place, 89 Jianguo Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing, 100025, P.R. China

The Chinese and Meissen

The X+Q Art brand was founded by Chinese sculptors Xiang Jing and Gu Guanci in 2010. The two have recently collaborated with the German porcelain manufacturer, Meissen, to create a collection of hybrid figures that exhibit Chinese traits and dress, yet produced with pure Western technique. The unusual “genetic” combination catches one’s attention immediately. The figurines are dressed in brightly coloured red and blue Mao jackets, and their puffy cheeks resemble those of little elves. The little angels are not traditional, winged putti, but chubby Chinese men, seated with wings spread wide. Germany and Chiina combine to create a new peaceful breed of miniature.

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