Emily Xie

Guardian Lion

€2,500

Edition of 3036.0 (H) × 60.0 (W) cm

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Emily Xie unpicks a rich tapestry of identity and heritage.

In Guardian Lion, Xie finds new meanings for the Chinese 'foo dog' symbol. Traditionally found in pairs, the artist discovered her mother standing beside a single foo dog in an old photograph. Xie’s adaptation of this photograph explores the transformative power of traditional symbols in contemporary contexts. Her singular lion represents adaptation, evolution and the solitude of immigration.

Xie utilises modern techniques such as digital collage, free-hand drawing and masking, enriched by algorithmic textures. The print process continues a textural dialogue between the past and present – gold foil is applied to the print as a nod towards traditional Chinese art, representing prosperity and fortune.

Framing

Prints can be ordered float-mounted in one of three bespoke framing options fitted with UV or Optium acrylic.

Medium

UV pigment print on 410gsm Somerset Tub Sized Radiant White paper with a matte varnish seal and gold leaf embellishments.

Authentication

Signed and dated by the artist (lower left corner).

Certificate of Authenticity

Arrives with a certificate of authenticity.

Release date

March 07, 2024

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Emily Xie1 collaborationEmily Xie is a visual artist and ex-software engineer. Her rich digital compositions combine her sharp creative eye and passion for art history with her deep knowledge of computer science. What's so striking about her work is just how textural it is. She brings together many different patterns and surfaces inspired by tangible forms of media like textiles, collage and embroidery. "When you're using code to mimic something that's deeply material and deeply textural, I think that's pretty fascinating," she says. And the results are transfixing. Her artworks perfectly balance opposing forces – randomness and control, structure and fluidity, abstraction and representation.

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Wonderful work and very good quality production I hope to find a new work soon of him or of a artist that I like
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