Zhou Yan Contemporary Chinese Art Archive 周彦当代中国艺术档案
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Date
2-17-1995
Format
Photograph
Location of Exhibition Event
Beijing, China
Materials
Coin, sesame oil, salt, ginger, garlic, frying pan, and more
Description
On February 17, 1995, Wang walked into a restaurant in Beijing and conducted this action art. First, Wang heated up a frying pan with sesame oil within. After the oil reached the desirable temperature, Wang added about 750 grams of Chinese coins. Shortly after, green onion, ginger, garlic, among other condiments have been added. Stirred fried the coins for three minutes, the dish was called ready, and was served on a plate. (Wang, Artist Note on "Stir Fry CNY", available on Zhou Document). (Jerry Wu'23).