The article presents an art historical analysis of the art world in China in 1985. Topics include the Zhejiang Academy of Art (formerly, China Academy of Art (CAA)); the New Wave Art Movement; and a discussion of the activities of artists including Zao Wou-Ki, Maryn Varbanov, Gu Wenda, Fang Zengxian, Li Zhenjian and Quan Shanshi.