Rating and value 2024 of paintings by Lee Ufan

If you own a work of art by or after Lee Ufan, and would like to know its value, our state-approved experts and auctioneers can offer you their appraisal services. Our specialists will carry out a free appraisal of your work, and provide you with a precise estimate of its value on the current market. Then, if you wish to sell your work, we'll guide you towards the best possible arrangement to obtain the optimum price.

Cote et valeur de l'artiste Lee Ufan  

The artist Lee Ufan has left behind a distinctive body of work, composed mainly of paintings and ceramics. He is South Korean. The price of his works is now rising under the auctioneer's hammer. The price at which they sell on the art market ranges from €120 to €2,263,000, a significant gap but one that speaks volumes about the value that can be attributed to Lee Ufan's works. He is particularly popular with buyers from Hong Kong, Seoul and France. In 2021, his painting East Winds, dating from 1984, sold for €2,263,000, a world record to date for the artist. His value has exploded in recent years.

Order of value from a simple work to the most prestigious

Style and technique of artist Lee Ufan

Lee Ufan is a contemporary artist who is sometimes associated with Minimalism, but who does not confirm this proximity to the movement. He produces drawings, prints and oils on canvas, as well as ceramics.

The life of Lee Ufan

Lee Ufan was born in 1936 in the district of Haman, then under the possession of the Japanese Empire.

He studied calligraphy and poetry in Korea, in addition to painting. In 1956, he moved to Japan to study philosophy. This knowledge had a major influence on his painting. After meeting the artist Nabuo Sekine, he took his advice from him and vice versa.

In the 60s, after winning a competition, he turned more to art criticism and theory - writing about the Japanese Mono-ha movement, which aimed to represent the antagonism between natural and artificial materials. He presented his concept at the Paris Biennale, drawing on modern phenomenology. 

Ufan Lee's imprint on his period

Ufan Lee is a world-renowned artist. His works blend Eastern and Western influences (contemporary art contribution), which is now highly appreciated by the art market. Today, most of his works are held by private collectors. He is one of South Korea's most highly-rated artists.

Today, the artist stands out on the international auction scene, and in recent years his works have fetched record sums.

Recognizing the artist's signature

Lee Ufan usually signs his works. However, it is essential to have your work appraised to be sure of its originality. And, of course, there are many copies.

Knowing the value of a work

If you happen to own a work by or after Lee Ufan, don't hesitate to request a free appraisal using the form on our website. A member of our team of experts and certified auctioneers will contact you promptly to provide you with an estimate of the market value of your work, as well as any relevant information about it. If you wish to sell your work of art, our specialists will also be on hand to offer you alternatives for selling it at the best possible price, taking into account market trends.