(New York, NY) VillageOneArt is pleased to present Deng Xiao’s “One Hundred Years of Solitude” on view at the gallery from mid-September 2025. For this, the artist’s second solo exhibit with the gallery, the artist’s works align with literary themes presented in these powerful paintings such as Gabriel Garcia Marquez’ One Hundred Years of Solitude: the titular artwork. The lush, delicately rendered imagery present in this suite of works skillfully alludes to classical paintings such as those created in the Northern European Renaissance tradition while adding a nod to 20th century Surrealist artists. The artist’s ability to paint his fantastical scenes realistically correlates to the depth with which he explores the themes covered in this literary body of work. With works such as “One Hundred Years of Solitude” the artist translates emotions as pictorial narratives in the same vein as the authors whose novels he is referencing. The artist observes this range of emotion present in his works, offering a reflection on the range of ideals that solitude can express with,“the solitude of power, the solitude of love, the solitude of desire, the solitude of ideals” all encompassed in this composition. Reviewing the fantastical scenes present in his paintings, he notes that the more incredible aspects of his works can point to, “..the cycles of history and their futility.” Visitors encountering this inimitable body of work will be able to explore an exceptional modern painter whose talents translate inner and imagined worlds with skilled brushstrokes. The exhibit is not to be missed for fans of painting that remains contemporary yet classical.
Exhibition Dates
September 18 – October 25, 2025
Opening Reception
September 18, 2025 | 6PM – 8PM
Artist
Deng Xiao
Venue
150 W 25th, #403
New York, NY 10001
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About The Gallery
Founded in 2018, VillageOneArt Gallery is a women-led contemporary art space founded by gallerist Vivienne Yang and curator Christy Qin in the neighborhood of Chelsea, NYC, showcasing works from local and international artists of diverse backgrounds. The gallery’s foundational principles are established upon exploring the infinite bounds of human imagination through expansive and innovative mediums. VillageOneArt Gallery serves as a necessary bridge between art and the public sphere, with a soul reflecting the evolving spirit of our era. Each exhibition sparks a temporal and cultural dialogue, inviting rich reflection and thought-provoking perspectives.
(text & photo courtesy of VillageOneArt)
