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For this edition of Frieze London, Almine Rech will proudly showcase six new works by the renowned Chinese artist Ji Xin (b. 1988). Based in Hangzhou and Shanghai, Ji Xin explores the convergence of Eastern and Western classical aesthetics through his large portraits of ethereal women in timeless, graceful states. His imposing canvases often depict life-size models with elongated limbs and enlarged eyes, set in elegant Art Deco interiors. Drawing inspiration from the Italian Renaissance and Song dynasty painting, his works are characterised by serene, pastel palettes, promoting introspection …