Culture Shock - is Chinese contemporary art any good?

The Chinese art market is booming. The last five years have seen it grow more than any other in the world, according to a new report from the European Fine Art Foundation. Most of this is driven by sales of fine art and antiques. But contemporary art from China is also attracting interest - from art lovers and investors.

Contemporary art has often been judged by shock value. Frequently provoking outrage among many sectors of society. So in a country where the cultural sector is closely monitored by the government, how good can this style of art be? Some say even better than in the west...

Видео Culture Shock - is Chinese contemporary art any good? канала Dominic Swire