Xue Ruozhe
b. 1987, ChinaRuozhe Xue straddles the thin line between realism and dreamlike, surreal imagery. His canvasses are pervaded by a cryptic aura, skillfully emphasized through the use of dark tones that cast a sense of timelessness and suspension upon the figures. The missing context, very often hidden or dissipating into vagueness, eludes any plausible attempt to unravel the enigma.
Ruozhe Xue was born in Xuzhou , 1987. He currently lives and works between Beijing and London. After studying at the Painting Department of China Central Academy of Fine Arts he studied in the Painting Programme at the Royal College of Arts in London. Xue has received numerous accolades. He was shortlisted for the Sovereign Asian Art Prize (2022) and is a winner of the Neville Burston Prize and the Tom Bendhem Prize for Figure Drawing. Xue has presented his work in exhibitions in London and China including the Tate Modern, the GAFA Art Museum in Guangzhou and Wuhan Art Museum.
Courtesy rosenfeld
Works at rosenfeld
Recently Exhibited
Works Elsewhere
Explore and Follow Artists Shaping Contemporary Art
A respected voice in contemporary art discourse.
Focusing on ambitious storytelling and insightful art-world commentary. Ocula Magazine publishes in-depth interviews, critical essays and timely analysis on the artists, exhibitions and ideas driving the global art world.
Learn more about Ocula Magazine
Showcasing the best of the art world.
Ocula partners with galleries from around the world to highlight their artists, artworks and exhibitions. Gallery membership is by application and invitation, with each member vetted by an independent panel.
Learn more about Ocula Membership
Specialises in the sale of major artworks.
Led by a team with deep ties to the world’s leading auction houses, galleries and collectors. Ocula’s advisory team offers bespoke services to high-net-worth clients from around the world who are looking to acquire the best of contemporary and modern art.
Learn more about our team and services