Artists Who Love Nature with Daphne King | Art Basel

May 25 , 2022 | Culture,Lifestyle,Hong Kong

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With mountains, rivers, and waterfalls, Chinese artists have long enjoyed a close connection with the natural world that continues to fascinate them. Daphne King, Director of Alisan Fine Arts, speaks with our Host James Chau about how today's artists are finding a modern language for a historic form of painting. This interview is part of The China Current's collaboration with Art Basel.

 

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