Yu Nancheng

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About the artwork

In Yu’s martial art series, he illustrates the grace and control of movement in Tai Chi. The figures practicing the martial art stand out from the flat and monochrome canvas through his skillful use of impasto, which emphasizes their purposeful movements and form, and conveys the spirituality contained in these motions. The dynamic poses of the figures in combat creates energy and vibrancy, that is reinforced by the intensity of the “China Red” oil paint used for the composition. Yu blends the Western background of oil painting with the traditionally Chinese elements of his artworks, with this cultural juxtaposition of techniques creating a powerful visual impact that draws the viewer into the work’s dynamic vitality.

About the artist

Yu Nancheng, born in 1956 in Changzhou, Jiangsu Province, has made significant contributions to the art world over his 40+ year career. Currently based in Shanghai, his works have been exhibited extensively across China and internationally, with collections in the U.S., Germany, Switzerland, France, England, Japan, and various Middle Eastern countries. Yu's innovative use of palette knife application to create layered textures has transformed Chinese oil painting, blending traditional Chinese and Western techniques to define his distinctive style.