Sculptor Xu Hongfei: Making “Chubby Women” a Joyful Art Bridge between China and the World

This year marks the tenth anniversary of the world tour of Guangdong sculptor Xu Hongfei and his sculpture series “Chubby Women”. Xu, accompanied by his “Chubby Women”, ventured into the renowned art hall of the Louvre, strolled through the ancient and charming streets of Havana, and explored the historic city of Salamanca in Spain. Throughout the global exhibitions, people from all walks of life flock to see the sculptures, mimicking their poses, taking photos, and experiencing the art and joy from distant China. #artandculture

“爱在暹罗——许鸿飞雕塑世界巡展·泰国站”受到泰国观众喜爱

肥女雕塑在悉尼展出，当地的小朋友热情地和雕塑合影 受访者提供

许鸿飞带着“肥女”系列雕塑来到南非 羊城晚报记者 邓勃 摄

今年是广东雕塑家许鸿飞与其“肥女”系列雕塑走遍世界的第十个年头。许鸿飞带着肥女一起去过世界著名艺术殿堂——卢浮宫，走过古老而明艳动人的哈瓦那街道，也到过西班牙的历史名城萨拉曼卡……在世界各地的巡展中，不同肤色和种族的人们纷纷来到肥女雕塑前，模仿她的动作，合影留念，感受来自遥远中国的艺术与欢乐。

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