Lot 303: HONG LEI B. 1960

Signed Hong Lei in Chinese, entitled, and dated 2003. This work is number seven from an edition of ten

chromogenic print, framed

35.5 by 66 cm. 14 by 26 in.

Modelled after the famous Sui Dynasty masterpiece, this photograph is a new interpretation of "Spring Outing". Through the use of cool colours, the photograph is permeated with dream like elements of an immortal landscape, imaginary and non-existent in the real world. It is a revelation of nature at its most primitive stage: pure, serene, simple yet perfect, and a true reflection of our deepest desires and longing in present day society.