Jiannan Wu
New York, NY, USA
Biography
Jiannan Wu is a Chinese-born, New York-based sculptor recognized for his intricate, hyper-realistic bas-reliefs that capture contemporary urban life. Using resin and polymer clay, Wu creates three-dimensional narratives that reflect themes of globalization, consumerism, and cultural identity.
His work has been featured in exhibitions at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Long Museum in Shanghai, earning him recognition for his fusion of traditional relief techniques with modern subject matter.
Country Love:I'm Telling You..., 2019
Acrylic on resin, wood and LED light, 8"H x 6"W
Country Love:Village Beauty, 2020
Acrylic on resin, wood, 9"H x 7"W
Country Love:On My Way, 2020
Acrylic on resin, wood and metal, 10"H x 11"W
Country Love: My Daughter Will Not Marry Your Son, 2020
Acrylic on resin, wood and LED light, 6"H x 8"W
Country Love:Welcome the County Clerk, 2019
Acrylic on resin, wood , 9"H x 11"W
Country Love:Gang War, 2020
Acrylic on resin, wood and metal, 14"H x 14"W
Memento Mori, 2021
acrylic on resin and metal, 8.25"H x 10.25"W