Lot 83: Li Chen, "Pure Land" bronze sculpture.

Li Chen, "Pure Land" bronze sculpture. Engraved on the base "Li Chen" in Chinese and dated "1998"; signed and numbered on the underside of foot "Li Chen 8/8". 29"H x 52"W x 16"D. Provenance: Acquired in 2006 from Ode to Art, Contemporary Asian Art, Singapore by a Private collector, Dallas, Texas. Li Chen (Taiwanese, b. 1963) is considered the most accomplished of the new generation of contemporary sculptors in Asia. His monumental figurative sculptures are influenced by Buddhist and classical Chinese traditions using contemporary styles of modeling. His powerful bronze figures express his spiritual commitment to his art practice and his respect for nature. Solo exhibitions of Li Chen's work have been held at The Frye Art Museum, Seattle, Washington; Singapore Art Museum, Singapore; National Museum of China, Beijing; and 52nd International Art Exhibition- La Biennale di Venezia, Venice, Italy.