Several weeks ago we attended a party hosted by the German Embassy and BMW. The event launched a new BMW inspired exhibit by Chinese born artist Li Jiwei. Though Li Jiwei’s art installation was engaging, the far more remarkable work was created by a relatively unknown Chinese artist. An artist who must have a thing for wolves…
After the gallery unveiling of Mr. Li Jiwei’s exhibition, Revolverheld, a German rock band, performed an open air concert in the 798 Art District Originality Square. As we walked into the space we were immediately taken aback by the sight of over one hundred life-size bronze wolves. It was as if a pack of wolves decided to have a night out of the woods to listen to a classic rock band.
Brett and I pretty much spent the rest of the evening taking photos of ourselves riding the wolves and posing with other various pieces of art. Clearly, we are very classy art connoisseurs! I expect a call from the Met any day – begging me to take the head curator position. Here are a few of our masterpieces….