Xiaowen Chen
Portfolio highlights
Sea Embraces All Rivers
A large-scale stainless steel sculpture exhibited in the 2024 “Light of Eastern Fujian” Invitational Exhibition.
The work reflects openness, inclusiveness, and the dynamic relationship between individual identity and collective culture.
Portrait of Pope Francis
Among Xiaowen Chen’s portrait works, his sculpture of Pope Francis holds special significance.
The completion of the sculpture led to a personal invitation for Xiaowen Chen to meet Pope Francis and present the work in person at the Vatican. Pope Francis expressed his appreciation for the interpretation and personally signed the back of the original work. The experience remains one of the defining milestones of Chen’s career and reflects his belief that portrait sculpture can transcend cultural and religious boundaries, creating a dialogue through shared human values, compassion, and understanding.
Joy of Family Union
One of Chen’s most internationally recognized works.
Inspired by principles from the I Ching, the sculpture explores harmony between complementary forces through the symbolic relationship of water and fire. The work represents dialogue, balance, and mutual growth between cultures, individuals, and civilizations.
Collected by an international luxury hospitality property in Portugal.
The Thinker Series
A contemporary reinterpretation of reflection and consciousness.
Using imagery inspired by roots, mountains, clouds, and organic growth, the series explores the relationship between human thought and the natural world.
Destination of Life Series
Created using reclaimed natural materials such as roots, stones, metal fragments, and weathered objects.
The series examines transformation, memory, sustainability, and the continuous cycle of life.
Biography
Born in China, Xiaowen Chen developed an early interest in both literature and visual arts. Over the course of his career, he has explored sculpture as a poetic language capable of expressing ideas that words alone cannot convey.
Professional Experience & Major Projects
1999 – Participated in the Qinyuan Landscape Sculpture Project, Gulangyu Island, Xiamen, China
1999 – Completed the Ecological Garden Landscape Sculpture Project, Putian, China
2001 – Participated in the creation of sculptures for the Shandong Luneng Stadium
2001 – Contributed to the sculpture program for the Beijing Police Museum
2002 – Traveled to France for advanced studies in art and sculpture
2004 – Created urban landscape sculptures for the City of Montpellier, France
2005 – Joined the Société des Artistes Français
2006 – Produced urban landscape sculptures in Lisbon, Portugal
2007 – Participated in the French International Film Special Effects Festival, exhibiting both fine art and film-related works
2010 – Founded the Xiaowen Chen Art Studio
2012 – Participated in the Art Exhibition Commemorating the 90th Anniversary of the Founding of the Communist Party of China, Fuzhou
2012 – Presented a solo exhibition in Orange County, California, USA
2013 – Received the Gold Award for Sculpture at the First Strait Sculpture Art Expo (“Baihua Award”)
2014 – Designed sculptures for the Sichuan Jiayang Geopark Project
2015 – Strive was shortlisted for the Fuzhou Public Art Award
2015 – Created the three-dimensional mascot sculpture Rongrong for the First National Youth Games of China
2015 – Completed the landscape sculpture project for Vanke Real Estate, Putian
2016 – Completed the landscape sculpture project for Rongxin Real Estate, Pingtan
2016 – Completed the landscape sculpture project for China Overseas Property (COHL), Minhou Economic Development Zone
2017 – Participated in the construction and public art development of Wanda Plaza and Jin Street, Fuqing
2018 – Created a public art installation for Dalian City Square
2018 – Designed and produced landscape art installations for Zhonggeng Group, Shanghai
2018 – Completed the landscape sculpture project for Jinhui Real Estate, Huai’an District, Fuzhou
2019 – Produced the large-scale sculpture Flying Saucer, Gansu Province
2020 – Completed the public art installations Water Drop and Butterfly in Love with Flowers for Fuzhou Citizen Square
2022 – Participated in the Fuzhou Guozhu “Pop-Up” Contemporary Art Exhibition
2022 – Created a marble portrait sculpture of Pope Francis, later presented to the Vatican and now held in the Vatican collection
2023 – Designed and completed a series of large-scale public art installations for Shitong Valley, Fuzhou
Gallery
A curated selection showcasing our sculptural craftsmanship and artistic vision.
