Wu Shi

Wu Shi

artist China

Wu Shi (1912–1998) was a renowned Chinese artist and educator, celebrated for his contributions to contemporary Chinese art. Born in Xiangtan, Hunan, he studied traditional Chinese painting under notable mentors and later became a prominent figure in the Hubei art community. His most famous work, 'The Last Steel Beam,' commemorates the completion of the Wuhan Yangtze River Bridge, symbolizing the resilience and strength of the Chinese people during the early years of the People's Republic of China. Throughout his career, Wu Shi was recognized for his dedication to art education and his role in promoting socialist realism in Chinese visual arts.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
2 wks
Reach
70,135
Power
1,973$
Sentiment
3.50
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Taiwan 2 3.50 0.25% +20% 23,816,775 70,135 $670,000 1,973$
Totals 2 23,816,775 70,135 $670,000 1,973$
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Hong Kong Hong Kong: Wu Shi is remembered as a notable worker who was executed and is referred to as a 'sacrificial martyr' during the memorial event. 7

明報 (Ming Pao): 鄭麗文秋祭「中共烈士」引議論 (21:37) - 20251108 - 兩岸 - 即時新聞

Hong Kong Hong Kong: Wu Shi is portrayed as a general who risked his life to provide intelligence to the People's Liberation Army. 5

明報 (Ming Pao): 筆陣:吳石是真正的共產黨人 /文:阮紀宏 - 20251021 - 觀點 - 每日明報

China China: Wu Shi is celebrated as a 'warrior painter' in contemporary Chinese art history for his contributions and the spirit conveyed in his works. 9

Guangming Daily: “一根钢梁”蕴藏的中国力量 _光明网