Ai Weiwei is one of Chinaâs most acclaimed contemporary artists and outspoken dissidents. Working in various mediums, from installations and photography to interactive internet programs, Ai uses his work to call attention to critical social issues.
Colored Vases, 2010, Ai Weiwei, Chinese, b. 1957, ceramic with industrial paint, dimensions variable; (approx. 17 x 22 in. each), Seattle Art Museum, Purchased with funds from the Estate of Robert M. Shields, 2013.33. Š Ai Weiwei, Photo by Nathaniel Willson.