尺寸:高48.5cm(含座) 【来源】 安尼什·卡普尔爵士旧藏 此文石色青而略黄,其质丰腴,表面似水线皴痕,有润涩交织之质感。峰形奇巧,上放而下收,整体线条流畅,使之颇有流动感。兼此石形边棱皆圆润,棱角、孔洞交织,远观如腾跃之惊涛凝固于案前,殊为玄妙。石下木座随形修斫而成,质色皆与石供相仿,承托此石如为一体,更添妙趣。 安尼什·卡普尔爵士旧藏 安尼什·米哈伊尔·卡普尔爵士(Sir Anish Mikhail Kapoor,CBE,RA)是一位著名的英印雕塑家,以其在装置艺术和概念艺术方面的卓越贡献而闻名。卡普尔于1954年3月12日出生于印度孟买,1970年代移居伦敦,迅速成为当代艺术的重要人物。 他的雕塑作品因其宏大的规模和创新的材质使用而备受赞誉,常常展现出反光表面、鲜艳的色彩和有机的形态。其中最具代表性的作品之一是位于芝加哥千禧公园的「云门」(Cloud Gate),也被称为「豆子」(The Bean)。这件引人注目的作品由抛光的不锈钢制成,能够反射城市天际线,吸引观众与之互动,体现了卡普尔对感知和空间的深刻探索。 他的作品探讨了身份、灵性和虚无等主题,使用了多种材质,如石材、树脂和颜料。卡普尔于2013年获得爵士头衔,并于1999年当选为皇家艺术学院院士。他的作品在全球广泛展出,包括1990年威尼斯双年展的金狮奖。除了艺术创作,卡普尔也积极倡导当代艺术,促进文化交流与理解,巩固了他在现代艺术界的重要地位。 SCHOLARS ROCK, WEN STONE, ORIGINAL ROOT WOOD STAND Qing Dynasty This Wen rock, showcases a captivating blue-green hue with subtle hints of yellow, exuding a lush texture. Its surface, adorned with water-like grooves, offers a smooth, interwoven quality. The peak rises uniquely, broad at the top and tapering gracefully, with flowing lines that evoke a sense of movement. The stone’s softly rounded edges, interspersed with intriguing angles and openings, create the illusion of surging waves frozen in time—a truly mesmerizing sight. The wooden base is expertly shaped to complement the stone, mirroring its color and texture, providing a harmonious support that enhances its allure. Anish Kapoor, London Sir Anish Mikhail Kapoor, CBE, RA, is a prominent British-Indian sculptor celebrated for his impactful contributions to installation and conceptual art. Born in Mumbai on March 12, 1954, Kapoor relocated to London in the 1970s, where he emerged as a leading figure in contemporary art. His sculptures are renowned for their monumental scale and innovative use of materials, featuring reflective surfaces, bold colors, and organic forms. One of his most iconic works, "Cloud Gate," or "The Bean," is located in Chicago's Millennium Park. This striking piece, made of polished stainless steel, interacts with the skyline and invites viewer engagement, reflecting Kapoor's exploration of perception and space. Themes of identity, spirituality, and void resonate throughout his work, utilizing diverse materials such as stone, resin, and pigment. Kapoor’s achievements include receiving a knighthood in 2013 and being elected a Royal Academician in 1999. He has exhibited extensively worldwide, including at the Venice Biennale, where he won the Golden Lion in 1990. Beyond his artistic endeavors, Kapoor is a vocal advocate for contemporary art, fostering cultural exchange and understanding, and solidifying his legacy in the modern art landscape. Provenance 1. The Tamsen Ann Ziff Collection former owner of Wu Bin's 10 Views of a Rock Masterpiece 2. Anish Kapoor, London Bibliography Marcus Flacks: Contemplating Rocks Sylph Editions. London 2012. pp. 48-49