Trickling I art by Su Xiaobai

Trickling I highlights the fluid qualities of lacquer, a material that has been central to Su Xiaobai's practice for decades. Layers of pigment and lacquer create a surface that appears to flow across the work, while subtle variations in texture reveal the artist's careful, hands-on process. The painting's sculptural depth emphasizes its presence as an object rather than simply an image. Through the transformation of traditional materials into contemporary abstraction, Trickling I reflects Su's ongoing interest in craftsmanship, experimentation, and the passage of time.