Li Songsong: Deconstructing History Through Layered Oil Li Songsong, born in Beijing in 1973, is a compelling figure within contemporary Chinese art, recognized for his distinctive approach to historical painting. His work isn’t about recreating specific events with photographic accuracy; instead, he meticulously dissects and reinterprets public images—newspaper clippings, magazine spreads, film stills, and internet photographs—to construct layered narratives that resonate with the complexities of modern Chinese history and its lingering echoes. He operates within a fascinating space betwee…