Bloodline - Big Family

Zhang Xiaogang's Bloodline - Big Family is a series of stylized portraits that evoke the atmosphere of 1950s and 1960s Chinese family photography. rendered predominantly in monochrome, these images feature figures with large, dark pupils and stiff poses, blending surrealist and magic realism elements. Recently, Zhang has expanded his exploration into sculpture, bringing these characters into a three-dimensional realm, reinforcing themes of familial connections and collective identity. As one of China's leading contemporary artists, his work continues to resonate with viewers through its symbolic and stylized portrayal of China's social history.