The Museum Montanelli presents 'Xu Zhen: Forbidden Castle', a compelling exhibition delving into the radical and humorous works of this renowned contemporary Chinese artist. Visitors can discover a significant selection of his installation-sculptures, video-films, and photography created before 2009. A standout piece is the intricate house-of-cards replica of the Potala Palace, offering unique artistic commentary.
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This exhibition showcases radical and humorous works by contemporary Chinese artist Xu Zhen, focusing on pieces created before he founded his company in 2009. It includes installation-sculptures, video-films, and photography, with a central piece being an intricate house-of-cards replica of the Potala Palace.
“Forbidden Castle” presents a selection of works by Xu Zhen, recognized as one of the most radical and humorous artists working in China today. The exhibition features installation-sculptures, video-films, and photography, primarily focusing on works created before the founding of his MadeIn Company in 2009, after which he ceased producing work under his own name. The centerpiece of the exhibition is "Untitled," Xu Zhen's last work produced under his own name. This piece is an elaborate house-of-cards constructed from over 160,000 custom playing cards, meticulously shaped into the Potala Palace in Lhasa. The Museum Montanelli's location below Prague Castle, a historically significant seat of power, served as an analogy that inspired the presentation of this unique artwork. Other significant works on display include the video "Rainbow" (1998), which explores the body and public space; "8,848-1.86" (2005), documenting an expedition to Everest where the artist removed and exhibited a portion of the summit; "Just Did It," featuring the footprint of Neil Armstrong's moon landing reproduced on a grain of sand, creating what is described as the world's smallest artwork; and "18 Days," a documentary work recording the artist's remote-controlled toy weapons breaching China's neighboring borders. Xu Zhen has a significant exhibition history, having shown at leading international institutions and biennials.
Further information and ticket details can be found by contacting the museum via the provided link. The exhibition dates are from June 7 to July 22, 2012, with an opening reception on June 6, 2012, at 6 pm.
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