LEE U-fan - A Cut Shot 1 and A Cut Shot 3 (1978)

Provenance: Private Collection, Japan
Literature: Lee Ufan Print Works 1970–2019, Abe Shuppan, 2019, p. 56, no. 44 & no. 46

Description : Created in 1978, A Cut Shot 1 and A Cut Shot 3 embody Lee U-fan’s minimalist exploration of gesture, space, and presence. Published in Hanga Geijutsu No. 21 by ABE Publishing, these woodcuts highlight the artist’s role within the Mono-ha movement and his sustained dialogue between materiality and emptiness.

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Are these Lee Ufan artworks original editions?

Yes, A Cut Shot 1 and A Cut Shot 3 (1978) are authentic, limited-edition woodcuts by Lee Ufan. They are individually signed by the artist, confirming their status as verified original prints.

What medium was used for this work?

The artworks are woodcuts on paper, produced as a set of two works. The technique embodies Lee Ufan’s minimalist exploration of gesture, space, and presence, characteristic of the Mono-ha movement.

What are the dimensions and edition size of this set?

Each sheet measures 10.9 × 14.9 cm (4¼ × 5⅞ in.). The image size is 7.0 × 9.8 cm (2¾ × 3⅞ in.). This edition was published as a large edition of 2,725 copies, originally included in the Hanga Geijutsu No. 21 magazine.

Does the artwork come with documentation and authentication?

Yes. The set includes the two original woodcuts and is accompanied by two copies of the original magazine, Hanga Geijutsu No. 21, which housed the prints. Each woodcut is signed by the artist.

Is this edition considered a good investment?

Yes. These prints are key examples of Lee Ufan’s work during his involvement with the foundational Mono-ha movement. They are valued for representing the artist’s sustained dialogue between materiality and emptiness, making them highly collectible pieces of contemporary Asian art.

Is worldwide shipping available?

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