Tang Shuo Chinese, b. 1987
The man who leaves the decision to the coin, 2023
oil on linen
90 x 70 cm
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For the Geneva space, the artist weaves a narrative that spans the life of an elder, a figure from his childhood whose story left an indelible mark. This elder's journey...
For the Geneva space, the artist weaves a narrative that spans the life of an elder, a figure from his childhood whose story left an indelible mark. This elder's journey began around 1950 when he made the fateful decision to flee to Xinjiang, escaping a harrowing chapter in his family's history.
After several years, as land reform swept across much of China, the possibility of returning home became a tantalizing prospect. Yet, the elder was torn between longing for his family and the uncertainty of his hometown's safety. In a moment of profound indecision, he entrusted his fate to the toss of a coin.
After several years, as land reform swept across much of China, the possibility of returning home became a tantalizing prospect. Yet, the elder was torn between longing for his family and the uncertainty of his hometown's safety. In a moment of profound indecision, he entrusted his fate to the toss of a coin.
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