Young Lady II

Ma Desheng

1980, printed 2005

woodcut print

M+ Museum

This woodcut print features two distinct panels, each containing stylized figures and abstract shapes. The left panel shows a seated figure and geometric forms, while the right panel depicts a standing figure and flowing lines. This woodcut print features two distinct panels, each containing stylized figures and abstract shapes. The left panel shows a seated figure and geometric forms, while the right panel depicts a standing figure and flowing lines. Ma Desheng (born 1952, Beijing) was a leader of the Stars Group, which was founded in 1979. A self-taught artist, he worked as an industrial draftsman and woodblock print artist before starting to paint with traditional Chinese ink. Ma lives and works in Paris, France.