Hanwen Ke is a designer who believes that artwork should be inspired by real life and valued based on public recognition, rather than price. He creates works cantered around pressing social issues, incorporating public needs to establish a sense of intimacy. Hanwen Ke emphasizes originality, striving for superiority in his creations. His latest series, “The Masterpieces of Explorers,” tackles the contentious topic of Western explorers destroying and withholding Chinese cultural relics. He sheds light on the often overlooked issue of cultural violence and the refusal of Western museums to return these artifacts. Through his work, Hanwen Ke aims to prompt reflection on the destruction and appropriation of cultural heritage, advocating for the return of these relics as a sign of respect and for their global exhibition.
