Wu Liang Yan 
Daily Progression - LIBERTY (天天向上—自由), 2011
Bronze
82 x 33 x 32 cm

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The chubby cheeks of the boy in Wu's subject matter are symbolic of the inflated desires that youths today possess. Its face also shows a glint of idealism - the desire to achieve what he wants for himself, against all odds. The boy in this sculpture is also interestingly juxtaposed with the form of the Statue of Liberty, with its the torch replaced with a book and a magnifying glass. A star is also placed on the head of the boy, rendering the overall composition of the boy to be that of a trophy prize that a parent can bring home and display to others.
His figures are characterized with a red tie, which is part of every Chinese student's uniform. To him and many young artists growing up under the Communist regime, this also represents the expectations of society towards youths.


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