Chen Yifei is a central figure in the development of
Chinese oil painting. He is also considered one of China's most renowned
contemporary artists. Although he was denounced for "capitalist behaviour"
Chen's work with oil painting earned him recognition from Chinese authorities.
Chen soon became one of the leading painters of the Cultural Revolution. He was
famous for his big Mao Zedong portraits and depiction of grand heroic events of
the modern Chinese nation.
Many years later, in 2005, while
working on a feature film, "Barber," Chen fell ill and died. His
early death left intellectual circles in shock and highlighted his major role
in the Chinese contemporary art scene.
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