Four ElementsHsiao Chin · 1969
Abstract Expressionism
1969
79.0 x 97.0 cm
Song Art Museum
Hsiao Chin (1935 –)
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About this artwork
- Title: Four Elements
- Artist: Hsiao Chin
- Year: 1969
- Original dimensions: 79.0 x 97.0 cm
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Where to see it: Song Art Museum
- Creative period: Mature Period
- Color palette: Pastels
- Keywords: contemporary art, orange blue art, geometric art piece
Questions & Answers
How does the subject of "Four Elements" relate to Hsiao Chin's usual themes?
"Four Elements" depicts abstract composition, color circle motif, geometric forms, dynamic balance, zen influence, black frame contrast, minimalist design, while Hsiao Chin's recorded themes are zen series exploration, central to hsiao chin's style, key abstract works, taiwanese modernism, zen buddhism, abstract expressionism, chinese art traditions, geometric abstraction. Comparing the two shows how the work relates to the artist's usual subjects.
Which museum holds the original "Four Elements"?
The original "Four Elements" by Hsiao Chin is held at the Song Art Museum, Beijing, People's Republic of China. A reproduction allows the work to be displayed at home.
Can "Four Elements" by Hsiao Chin, held at the Song Art Museum, be legally reproduced?
The copyright status of "Four Elements" by Hsiao Chin is clear: the work is still protected by copyright. Its presence at the Song Art Museum does not change that status.
What colors dominate "Four Elements" by Hsiao Chin?
"Four Elements" is defined by a pastels palette led by white (#f8f9f9).
From which country does the Abstract Expressionism work "Four Elements" come?
"Four Elements" was created by Hsiao Chin, born in China, within the Abstract Expressionism movement. The artist's origin links the work to Abstract Expressionism as practiced by artists from China.