Zhang Xiaogang

Zhang Xiaogang is a renowned Chinese contemporary artist known for his paintings that explore identity, memory, and personal history. His most famous works are part of the "Bloodline: Big Family" series, which depicts eerily similar, stylized portraits of Chinese families, reflecting China's social and cultural changes. His style combines realistic portraiture with surreal and symbolic elements, often evoking a sense of nostalgia and introspection. Zhang's art critically examines individual and collective identity within China’s modern history, making him a significant figure in contemporary art globally.