Upon arriving in France in 1948, T’ang Haywen studied French civilization, classical literature, and Oriental languages, while also pursuing medicine at his parents’ request. By 1952, he devoted himself to painting, transitioning from traditional representations of objects, portraits, and still lifes — and homages to Eastern and Western masters — to a deeper focus on the essential and eternal. 

 

By 1964, T’ang declared his work “neither figurative nor non-figurative,” aiming not to describe the world but to align with the forces of nature through painting. In the late 1960s, he developed his signature large diptych format (70x100 cm), which became a defining feature of his art.

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Presented below is a selection of approximately 100 artworks that showcase the expansive scope and depth of T'ang Haywen's creative practice across all decades and mediums. This selection includes oil paintings, works on paper, drawings, and prints, offering insights into his evolving themes, innovative techniques, and compelling compositions.