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Thief Star, Shi Qian, nickname "Flea on a Drum"

Liu Xiaoping2000-2004

Huaren Contemporary Art Museum

Huaren Contemporary Art Museum
Chongqing, China

Shi Qian is a thief from Gaotangzhou. Although he has an ugly appearance, he is extremely agile and nimble. He is nicknamed "Flea on a Drum" for his excellent thieving skills. Shi Qian is one of the scout leaders of Liangshan. At last, he survives the final campaign against the rebel leader Fang La, but dies from an intestinal disease on the journey back to the imperial capital.

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  • Title: Thief Star, Shi Qian, nickname "Flea on a Drum"
  • Creator: Liu Xiaoping
  • Date: 2000-2004
  • Type: Root Carving
  • Physical Format: Length: 50cm Width: 42cm Height: 107cm
  • Medium: Fossilized Wood
  • Artist's Nationality: China
  • Artist's Gender: Male
  • Artist's Dates: 1970.02-
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