Snatching SheepYuan Xikun · 1995
Contemporary Realism
1995
Beijing Jintai Art Museum
Yuan Xikun (1944 –)
Chinese visual artist Yuan Xikun creates evocative animal paintings & sculptures addressing environmental concerns. Known for his sand & water art, he's a philanthropist & cultural advocate.
Beijing Jintai Art Museum (Beijing, People's Republic of China)
Explore contemporary Chinese art at the Beijing Jintai Art Museum! Discover sculpture, painting & innovative exhibitions showcasing China's vibrant cultural scene – a must-see destination.
About this artwork
- Title: Snatching Sheep
- Artist: Yuan Xikun
- Year: 1995
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Where to see it: Beijing Jintai Art Museum
- Movement: Contemporary Realism
- Creative period: Mature Period
- Corpus context: power dynamics, human-animal interaction
- Main color: Celadon
Questions & Answers
Does "Snatching Sheep" show strong light-dark contrasts?
The light-dark contrast of "Snatching Sheep" is recorded as gentle. Contrast describes how strongly light and dark areas differ.
How is the palette of "Snatching Sheep" by Yuan Xikun described?
The colors of "Snatching Sheep" form a neutrals palette. This classification describes the dominant color families.
Who created "Snatching Sheep"?
The artist behind "Snatching Sheep" is Yuan Xikun. The work is catalogued under Yuan Xikun's name.