Ai Weiwei

About Ai Weiwei

Ai Weiwei, born August 28, 1957, is a Chinese contemporary artist, documentarian, and activist. He has been openly critical of the Chinese government's stance on democracy and human rights. His work encompasses sculpture, installation, architecture, photography, and film. He was detained by Chinese authorities for 81 days in 2011, and his passport was confiscated for four years. He now lives and works in multiple locations, including Portugal, Germany, and the UK.

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