The work of internationally acclaimed artist Mao Wen Biao firmly testifies to the saying " ...size matters". The past 20 years have seen Mao undertake numerous momentous commissions which have won him high praise. Amongst the most magnificent is a panoramic mural which he completed in the mid-80's and which measures an astounding 60 feet high by 180 feet long. Commissioned by the Chinese Government it commemorates the Battle of Macpolo Bridge (1937) between the Chinese and Japanese and depicts over 2000 fighting soldiers. Mao's ability to paint on such a dramatic scale combined with his attention to detail, make him a true master of this monumental genre.
Mao Wen Biao, was born in Beijing but trained at the Royal College of Art, London. He has been represented by the gallery since 1996. He became more widely recognised for his monumental mural in the Beijing War Museum with his depiction of the Sino Japanese War in the late 1980s. In London, he has murals in The Ritz, The Royal Automobile Club and in Holland Park. Mao’s speciality is however is painting dynamic racing scenes through his use of colour and ability to capture movement have made him one of the most sort after painters in contemporary sporting art. His last two exhibition both here and in Singapore have been extremely successful.
Mao's range of subject-matter is inexhaustive. His imagery extends from the overtly historical or political, to the very contemporary...the excitement and dynamism of the racetrack, the claustrophobic London underground carriage, or the speed and drama of Formula One. Mao conveys a remarkable sense of movement, atmosphere and energy within each of his images. Expert draughtsmanship and a bold handling of colour and perspective create an exceptionally powerful visual impact.
