Artwork Description

Title:E30
Artist:
Zhenghui Lan
Date:
Undated
Medium:
Ink and color on paper (Chinese painting, abstract style)
Dimensions:
65 × 45 cm (25.6 × 17.7 in)

1. Artwork Identification
Zhenghui Lan’s E30 is a contemporary abstract painting executed in the Chinese ink tradition, measuring 65 × 45 cm. The composition employs expressive brushwork and gestural ink marks, revealing the artist’s dynamic approach to abstraction within the framework of classical materials. The Title:, E30, aligns with Lan’s systematic titling convention, which often combines letters and numbers to organize works within a series.

2. Artistic Style and Influences
Lan is known for bridging traditional Chinese ink painting techniques with modern abstract aesthetics. His work reflects the philosophy of “writing with ink” while embracing the energy and rhythm characteristic of Abstract Expressionism. This synthesis creates a dialogue between East and West, respecting calligraphic lineage while departing from representational norms.

3. Historical Context
The artist’s practice is rooted in the evolution of contemporary Chinese ink painting, a movement that emerged in the late 20th century as artists sought to renew the classical Medium: in response to global modernism. Lan’s work embodies this trajectory, reinterpreting the literati tradition with spontaneous, large-scale gestures and abstract forms that resonate with international contemporary art discourses.

4. Provenance and Authenticity
Please contact the gallery directly for detailed provenance information and to obtain a certificate of authenticity.

5. Condition and Conservation
The work is reported in good condition, with no visible signs of damage, discoloration, or restoration. The ink surface remains stable, and the paper shows minimal handling. Professional conservation is not deemed necessary at this time.

6. Artistic Significance
Lan Zhenghui is considered one of the foremost contemporary ink artists in China, recognized for his ability to transform the traditional Medium: into a language of monumental abstraction. Works like E30 demonstrate his mastery of gesture and space, contributing to the redefinition of Chinese painting in a global context. His practice has been widely exhibited in Asia, Europe, and North America, earning both critical and market attention.