Weiwei Ai – Free Speech, 2023 – Silkscreen
11 colour silkscreen with spot varnish highlights and glow-in-the-dark details in phosphorescent ink, printed on 600gsm Somerset Tub Sized Radiant White paper. - Signed, dated and numbered
Free Speech by Ai Weiwei, created in 2023, is a vibrant and intricate silkscreen print that reflects the artist’s commitment to political and social commentary. The artwork features a mesmerizing pattern of birds, arranged in a symmetrical circular design, with each bird depicted in a variety of bold colors, including blue, yellow, pink, purple, and green. The birds appear interconnected, creating a sense of movement and unity, symbolizing freedom and communication. Barbed wire imagery subtly surrounds the birds, introducing a contrast between the concepts of freedom and restriction. The piece is further enhanced by the use of phosphorescent ink, allowing elements of the artwork to glow in the dark, adding an additional layer of meaning to the theme of visibility and expression in the face of oppression. Printed on high-quality 600gsm Somerset Tub Sized Radiant White paper, this piece combines aesthetic appeal with profound symbolism. Ai Weiwei’s use of bold, graphic elements underscores his ongoing advocacy for human rights, freedom of speech, and expression. The artwork is signed, dated, and numbered, making it a significant part of his body of work.
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Ai Weiwei (China, 1957) is a globally influential artist and activist blending conceptual art with political commentary. Known for provocative works like Sunflower Seeds and Dropping a Han Dynasty Urn, he critiques authority, censorship, and human rights abuses. His installations, films, and public interventions challenge societal norms and inspire global dialogue.
Artwork Copyright © Weiwei Ai

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11 colour silkscreen with spot varnish highlights and glow-in-the-dark details in phosphorescent ink, printed on 600gsm Somerset Tub Sized Radiant White paper. - Signed, dated and numbered
Free Speech by Ai Weiwei, created in 2023, is a vibrant and intricate silkscreen print that reflects the artist’s commitment to political and social commentary. The artwork features a mesmerizing pattern of birds, arranged in a symmetrical circular design, with each bird depicted in a variety of bold colors, including blue, yellow, pink, purple, and green. The birds appear interconnected, creating a sense of movement and unity, symbolizing freedom and communication. Barbed wire imagery subtly surrounds the birds, introducing a contrast between the concepts of freedom and restriction. The piece is further enhanced by the use of phosphorescent ink, allowing elements of the artwork to glow in the dark, adding an additional layer of meaning to the theme of visibility and expression in the face of oppression. Printed on high-quality 600gsm Somerset Tub Sized Radiant White paper, this piece combines aesthetic appeal with profound symbolism. Ai Weiwei’s use of bold, graphic elements underscores his ongoing advocacy for human rights, freedom of speech, and expression. The artwork is signed, dated, and numbered, making it a significant part of his body of work.
Artwork Copyright © Weiwei Ai
Ai Weiwei (China, 1957) is a globally influential artist and activist blending conceptual art with political commentary. Known for provocative works like Sunflower Seeds and Dropping a Han Dynasty Urn, he critiques authority, censorship, and human rights abuses. His installations, films, and public interventions challenge societal norms and inspire global dialogue.
Artwork Copyright © Weiwei Ai
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Sculpture / Object

Mixed Media

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Weiwei Ai

Year of the Ox, 2021

Limited Edition Print

Screen-print

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Weiwei Ai – The Odyssey, 2017 – Offset Print

Weiwei Ai

The Odyssey, 2017

Limited Edition Print

Offset Print

EUR 1,550

Weiwei Ai – Freud Banner, 2018 – Mixed Media

Weiwei Ai

Freud Banner, 2018

Limited Edition Print

Mixed Media

EUR 1,350

Weiwei Ai – Vase (Blue), 2024 – Glass

Weiwei Ai

Vase (Blue), 2024

Sculpture / Object

Glass

EUR 4,500

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Weiwei Ai

Vase (Mustard), 2024

Sculpture / Object

Glass

EUR 4,500

Weiwei Ai

Private Listing

Limited Edition Print

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Weiwei Ai – Vases in Black and White (Set of 2), 2024 – Glass

Weiwei Ai

Vases in Black and White (Set of 2), 2024

Sculpture / Object

Glass

EUR 9,000

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Weiwei Ai

Vases in Five Colours (Set of 5), 2024

Sculpture / Object

Glass

EUR 17,000 – 22,000

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Weiwei Ai

To Be Looked At..., 2024

Sculpture / Object

Metal

USD 6,600

Weiwei Ai – Study of Perspective in Glass (set of 6), 2020 – Glass

Weiwei Ai

Study of Perspective in Glass (set of 6), 2020

Sculpture / Object

Glass

EUR 60,000

Weiwei Ai – Human Flow, 2023 – Mixed Media

Weiwei Ai

Human Flow, 2023

Limited Edition Print

Mixed Media

GBP 4,650

Weiwei Ai – Free Speech, 2023 – Silkscreen

Weiwei Ai

Free Speech, 2023

Limited Edition Print

Silkscreen

GBP 4,650

Weiwei Ai – BOMB, 2020 – Inkjet print

Weiwei Ai

BOMB, 2020

Limited Edition Print

Inkjet print

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Weiwei Ai – Cats (black), 2022 – Screen-print

Weiwei Ai

Cats (black), 2022

Limited Edition Print

Screen-print

GBP 3,850

Weiwei Ai – Cats (Pink), 2022 – Screen-print

Weiwei Ai

Cats (Pink), 2022

Limited Edition Print

Screen-print

GBP 3,950

Weiwei Ai – Pequi Tree, 2021 – Mixed Media

Weiwei Ai

Pequi Tree, 2021

Sculpture / Object

Mixed Media

GBP 2,490

Weiwei Ai – Turquoise, 2015 – Mixed Media

Weiwei Ai

Turquoise, 2015

Limited Edition Print

Mixed Media

GBP 9,500

Weiwei Ai – Middle Finger, 2023 – Silkscreen

Weiwei Ai

Middle Finger, 2023

Limited Edition Print

Silkscreen

USD 1,800

Weiwei Ai – Cedar Tree, 2023 – Metal

Weiwei Ai

Cedar Tree, 2023

Sculpture / Object

Metal

GBP 3,850

Weiwei Ai – History of Bombs, 2020 – Offset Print

Weiwei Ai

History of Bombs, 2020

Limited Edition Print

Offset Print

GBP 2,450

Weiwei Ai – Cats, red, 2022 – Screen-print

Weiwei Ai

Cats, red, 2022

Limited Edition Print

Screen-print

GBP 3,350

Weiwei Ai – 3D Printing of My Left Hand, 2022 – Mixed Media

Weiwei Ai

3D Printing of My Left Hand, 2022

Sculpture / Object

Mixed Media

GBP 21,000

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Weiwei Ai

Glass Vase, 2023

Sculpture / Object

Glass

GBP 4,000 – 7,000

Weiwei Ai – Artist's Hand, 2017 – Resin

Weiwei Ai

Artist's Hand, 2017

Sculpture / Object

Resin

GBP 6,900

Weiwei Ai – River Crabs (from Papercut Portfolio), 2019 – Mixed Media

Weiwei Ai

River Crabs (from Papercut Portfolio), 2019

Limited Edition Print

Mixed Media

USD 4,300

Weiwei Ai – Vase (Green), 2024 – Glass

Weiwei Ai

Vase (Green), 2024

Sculpture / Object

Glass

Currently Not Available

Weiwei Ai – The Papercut Portfolio, 2019 – Mixed Media

Weiwei Ai

The Papercut Portfolio, 2019

Limited Edition Print

Mixed Media

Currently Not Available

Weiwei Ai – The artist activist - Art edition, 2014 – Mixed Media

Weiwei Ai

The artist activist - Art edition, 2014

Limited Edition Print

Mixed Media

Currently Not Available

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What is Multimedia?

Multimedia refers to an art technique that combines multiple forms of media, such as visual, audio, and digital elements, into a single composition. This is different from mixed media, which involves combining various traditional art materials within one artwork. Multimedia art often integrates technology, like video, sound, or interactive components, allowing artists to create dynamic and immersive experiences. Artists may develop new personal techniques by blending these diverse media, contributing to their unique artistic style.

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