PRINTCatalogue Note:
Born in Chongqing in 1963, Pang Maokun is one of China's leading contemporary artists. His works are characterized by keen observation of human figures. Pang's emotive, realist style and attention to detail bring across the entire spectrum of human emotional and spiritual expression, the artistic lexicon that Pang employs in his work embodies both refined, classical technique and also a unique contemporary spirit.
Resting Dream, presents a scene full of rich colors, with soft, even interior lighting; warm color tones occupy the key areas of the canvas, establishing a cheerful atmosphere. The soft red cushion positioned near the center of the painting enhances the threedimensionality of the work; the bright red of the pillow accentuates the pure white skin of the girl, enhancing the aesthetic beauty that emanates from her. The pink carpet is decorated with green, orange, blue and brown patches and motifs, with the overall effect being one of auspiciousness and joy. The detailed depiction of the texture of the girl's winter clothing, the carpet, and the dog's fur, adds an extra touch of warmth to the soft pink tones, imbuing the painting as a whole with a sense of peace and harmony. At the same time, the tripartite division of the painting's background into the brown wall at the top, the gray sofa in the middle, and the pink carpet at the bottom, creates a powerful visual effect.
The portrayal of the expressions and postures of the human and animal figures has a pronounced impact on the overall visual presentation of the painting. The girl is seated leaning to one side, giving her a soft, relaxed posture. Her head is tilted over slightly, gazing fondly at her pet dog with an expression that shows the depth of the bond between them; presenting as it does the possibility of an ideal, harmonious relationship between humans and animals, this vignette is highly meaningful. The girl has one hand resting lightly on her lap, while the other lies on the sofa. Her body language reveals that she feels safe and happy in this spatial environment. In depicting the dog, the artist has given it a highly lifelike posture and expression. The detailed texture of the dog's brown and white fur, and its bright eyes, have a striking impact on the viewer. The dog's hind legs are curled up beneath it, while its front legs are spread self-confidently out in front, as though the dog were greeting the viewer; the overall effect is one of lively energy.
In "Resting Dream", Pang Maokun seems to draw us gradually into the minds of the girl and the dog, in this beautiful dream of being able to take a short break from trouble and care. This faintly intoxicating, magical scene, which is situated somewhere between the virtual and the real, leaves the viewer spellbound.
Resting Dream, presents a scene full of rich colors, with soft, even interior lighting; warm color tones occupy the key areas of the canvas, establishing a cheerful atmosphere. The soft red cushion positioned near the center of the painting enhances the threedimensionality of the work; the bright red of the pillow accentuates the pure white skin of the girl, enhancing the aesthetic beauty that emanates from her. The pink carpet is decorated with green, orange, blue and brown patches and motifs, with the overall effect being one of auspiciousness and joy. The detailed depiction of the texture of the girl's winter clothing, the carpet, and the dog's fur, adds an extra touch of warmth to the soft pink tones, imbuing the painting as a whole with a sense of peace and harmony. At the same time, the tripartite division of the painting's background into the brown wall at the top, the gray sofa in the middle, and the pink carpet at the bottom, creates a powerful visual effect.
The portrayal of the expressions and postures of the human and animal figures has a pronounced impact on the overall visual presentation of the painting. The girl is seated leaning to one side, giving her a soft, relaxed posture. Her head is tilted over slightly, gazing fondly at her pet dog with an expression that shows the depth of the bond between them; presenting as it does the possibility of an ideal, harmonious relationship between humans and animals, this vignette is highly meaningful. The girl has one hand resting lightly on her lap, while the other lies on the sofa. Her body language reveals that she feels safe and happy in this spatial environment. In depicting the dog, the artist has given it a highly lifelike posture and expression. The detailed texture of the dog's brown and white fur, and its bright eyes, have a striking impact on the viewer. The dog's hind legs are curled up beneath it, while its front legs are spread self-confidently out in front, as though the dog were greeting the viewer; the overall effect is one of lively energy.
In "Resting Dream", Pang Maokun seems to draw us gradually into the minds of the girl and the dog, in this beautiful dream of being able to take a short break from trouble and care. This faintly intoxicating, magical scene, which is situated somewhere between the virtual and the real, leaves the viewer spellbound.