ILLUSTRATED:
Li Chen: In Search of Spiritual Space, 2008 Solo Exhibition at National Art Museum of China, Asia Art Center, Taipei, 2008, p. 191
Greatness of Spirit: Li Chen Premiere Sculpture Exhibition in Taiwan, Asia Art Center, Taipei, 2012, p. 168

Li Chen's "The Genuine State" portrays the purest "energy, chi, spirit" reflecting the most innocent behavior and mind. The artist believes that one has the ability to discard outside influence and return to the original state where we feel most comfortable and carefree. The figure stands with his arms and hands wide open releasing three infant forms whose gestures are content and relaxed.