Education & Background

Qiu Sheng Xian, a renowned contemporary artist based in Shanghai, is known for his unique Mother and Son and Fuwa Integration style of painting. He holds various prominent positions in the arts and culture field, such as Branch Director of Chinese Artists and Vice Chairman of Chinese Arts Association. Qiu’s artworks blend classical Chinese art with contemporary expressionism, particularly in his portraits of Chinese women. His paintings skillfully juxtapose historical and fashionable elements, spiritual and material aspects, and logical and contradictory elements, challenging viewers’ perceptions and promoting freedom of expression. Qiu’s art celebrates the nobility and greatness of the human spirit.

His integration of oriental classics with modern concepts has earned him recognition and appreciation from both public and private collectors. Qiu has received several art awards, including the Excellent Award  at The 8th National Art Exhibition and  The Most Shining Star at the Real Star 2012 Frankfurt Century Hall Award Ceremony.

Qiu has held numerous solo exhibitions worldwide, including in Berlin, Florence, Shanghai, Beijing, and Hong Kong. His works are collected globally by esteemed corporations and art organizations, including The White House and IBM Corporation.

Notable private collectors of Qiu’s art include The White House (United States), Mr. Gerhard Schroder (former Chancellor of Germany), Mr. Bernd Freier (CEO of German fashion brand S. Oliver), Mr. Jean-Pascal Tricoire (CEO of Schneider Electric), and others.

1982
Graduated from Jingdezhen Ceramic Institute

Solo Exhibitions

2018
Unparalleled Beauty Qiu Sheng Xian Solo Exhibition, Hong Kong
Qiu Sheng Xian Studio Open Day, Qiu Sheng Xian Studio, Shanghai

2017
Mood Qiu Sheng Xian Solo Exhibition, 798 Polar Bear Gallery,
Beijing, China
Ann Niu & Qiu Sheng Xian Contemporary Chinese Art Duo Solo Exhibition, Art Futures Group, Hong Kong

2016
Qiu Sheng Xian Solo Exhibition, Provence Art, Shanghai

2016
Art Revolution Taipei – Qiu Sheng Xian Solo Exhibition, Taipei World Trade Centre

2015
Art Revolution Taipei – Qiu Sheng Xian Solo Exhibition, Taipei World Trade Centre

2014
Qiu Sheng Xian Solo Exhibition, Fabrik Gallery, Hong Kong
Asia Contemporary Art Show – Solo Exhibition, Hong Kong

2013
Qiu Sheng Xian Solo Exhibition, Berlin

2012
Outstanding – Qiu Sheng Xian Solo Exhibition, Hong Kong

2012
Qiu Sheng Xian Solo Exhibition, Provence Art, Shanghai

2011
Outstanding – Qiu Sheng Xian Solo Exhibition, Shanghai

2008
Outstanding – Qiu Sheng Xian Solo Exhibition, Shanghai

2003
Shanghai First Spring Salon – solo exhibition, Shanghai

Group Exhibitions

2017
2017 Art Beijing, Agricultural Exhibition Centre of China,
Beijing, China
Art Stage Singapore 2017, Marina Bay Sands Convention Centre,
Singapore,

2016
Art Fair Tokyo, Tokyo International Forum

2015
Art Expo Malaysia, Matrade Exhibition & Convention Centre
The Consonance – China and South Korea Modern Art Painters
– 2 Person Show, Korean Cultural Centre Shanghai
Asia Contemporary Art Show (Spring Edition), Hong Kong
L.A. Art Show, USA

2014
Asia Contemporary Art Show (Fall Edition), Hong Kong

2011
Shanghai Art Fair, Shanghai MART

2010
Shanghai Spring Art Salon, Shanghai
Barcelona Contemporary Art Festival, Barcelona

2009
The Year of Chinese Culture Exhibition in Nice, France , France
The 13th Shanghai Art Fair, Shanghai
Shanghai Spring Art Salon, Shanghai

2008
Exhibition of Four Artists, FRY Gallery, Florence, Italy
Shanghai Spring Art Salon, Shanghai

2007
Beijing International Art Exposition, Beijing
Shanghai Spring Art Salon, Shanghai

2006
Duo Lan Fang Gallery – group show, Shanghai

2005
Qiu Sheng Xian Solo Exhibition, J Gallery, Shanghai

2004
Shanghai Art Fair, Shanghai

Auction History

Untitled (Buddha) , 2007

oil on canvas
58-3/4 x 47-1/4 inches (149.2 x 120.0 cm)

Sep 26, 2023

Heritage Auction
Dallas

Sold $1,000.00

LiJun (from Icon series) , 2008

oil on canvas
59 x 59 inches (149.9 x 149.9 cm)

Sep 26, 2023

Heritage Auction
Dallas

Sold  $1,062.50

Qiu Shengxian (Chinese b.1955)

Acrylic on canvas
 93.8 x 126.5cm

Dec 14, 2022

Woolley & Wallis
Wiltshire | UK

Sold £380

£300 – £500

Collection

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