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Ai Weiwei

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Ai Weiwei is a Chinese contemporary artist known for his provocative artworks that challenge political and social norms. He works across different mediums such as sculpture, installation art, photography, and film.

AP course connection

Topic 10.5: 10.5 Unit 10 Required Works

Unit 10
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