Peggy Wang

About the Author

Peggy Wang is a distinguished scholar and curator specializing in modern and contemporary Chinese art, with a deep commitment to bridging Eastern artistic traditions with global discourses. Holding a PhD in Art History from Harvard University, she has taught at prestigious institutions including the University of California, San Diego, where she explores the intersections of politics, culture, and visual expression in post-Mao China. As a contributor to leading academic presses, Wang has edited pivotal anthologies that illuminate the voices of Chinese artists navigating rapid societal transformations. Her work, including the acclaimed Contemporary Chinese Art: Primary Documents (MoMA Primary Documents), serves as an essential resource for understanding the evolution of Chinese contemporary art through primary sources and critical analysis, fostering greater appreciation worldwide.