Ai Weiwei

Renowned for his political remarks and social media activity almost as much as for his art, which is based on social interventions, contemporary approach to the readymade, and knowledge of Chinese traditional crafts, Ai Weiwei's fame extends throughout and beyond the art world. Drawn from TASCHEN's limited Collector's Edition, this monograph explores each of Ai's career phases up until his release from Chinese custody. It features extensive visual material to trace Ai's development from his early New York days right through to his recent practice