Серия "Маски" 1997

"Серия "Маски" (Mask Series) is a 1997 painting by Chinese artist Zeng Fanzhi. This oil painting depicts a man with a broad smile and exaggerated features. His eyes are distorted by large, round "X"s, an iconic motif in Fanzhi's work. These "Masks", often associated with anxieties and identity, are characteristic of Fanzhi's art, particularly during the 1990s. The subject's exaggerated smile, set against a vibrant turquoise background, evokes feelings of unease and questions of authenticity in modern society. This artwork exemplifies the "Mask Series", which became a significant part of Zeng Fanzhi's artistic output in the late 1990s.