Donated artworks go on display at China National Academy of Painting

A series of bronze sculptures by Liu Kaiqu is displayed at a special exhibition of donated works between 2024 and 2025 at the China National Academy of Painting in Beijing, July 24, 2025. Donated by the artist's family, the works by the pioneering figure in Chinese modern sculpture infuse socialist themes with classical form, capturing both strength and introspection. These works exemplify his dedication to shaping a modern national identity through art. [Photo by Liu Ziying/China.org.cn]