Dimensions : 97 x 172 cm
Framing size : 258 × 174 cm
Materials : Hanging scroll, ink on silk
Year : 2024
Xu Zhen
Interface — Amitabha, Tangka
“Interface” series depicts the webpage interface showcasing Tibetan artifacts from the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s website. The artist meticulously uses ink painting to portray details such as the navigation bar, labels, text descriptions, and images of the artifacts, emphasizing the standardization and homogeneity of the digital world. One is left to reflect on the regulation and control behind cultural exchanges.