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“Untitled” is one of the works relating to artificial constructions with distinct aesthetic features from those of nature, displaying geometric and linear structures in contrast to the organic and ecological curves of nature. The artist was fascinated by large concrete buildings that traverse natural landscapes, including embankments, tunnels, and bridges. He has proceeded to abstract architectural structures on planes by reducing them to pieces that make up structural frameworks. Built to artificially control the flow of nature, these facilities have a stout and massive appearance, with a practical framework that lacks aesthetic elements distinct from those of large cities. Photographs taken at diverse locations serve as a portal for the artist to transfer reality into the flat world of painting. Using this method of working, he produces a painting universe with a reality-independent phase, a space for images that are not entirely based on physical reality.
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- Medium
- Oil on canvas
- Size
- 25.8 cm x 17.9 cm
- Year
- 2020
- Signature
- Hand-signed and dated by artist, back
- Edition
- Unique work
- Certificate
- Certificate of Authenticity issued by the gallery
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Sanggyun Lee is an artist who maintains a continuous interest in civil engineering structures through field research, converting three-dimensional architecture and spaces into two-dimensional paintings. Memories of his father, who worked in civil engineering during his childhood, have greatly influenced his work, serving as a crucial link in his art. The images of structures that appear in his work are abstracted through a process of reduction to a consistent compositional framework. He believes that, among the spaces humans inhabit, the land particularly represents various aspects of humanity. Capturing the longstanding human desire for urbanization and the pursuit of subjectivity and spatiality, he simultaneously embodies the role of an observer, depicting the immobility of civil engineering construction sites. He applies construction tools such as trowels, plastering knives, and ink lines to his paintings, creating them with a constructive attitude. In 2022, he was selected as an artist-in-residence at the Paris Lee Ungno Residence, where he worked to document his artistic identity and discover the human narratives of previous generations. During this period, he participated in various international exhibitions, expanded his artistic perspective through interactions with artists worldwide, and drew inspiration from the unique culture and historical background of Paris, adding depth to his work. This experience significantly contributed to his artistic growth, which is clearly evident in his subsequent works. Currently, he continues to create new works based on these experiences, pursuing his artistic exploration.
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“Untitled” is one of the works relating to artificial constructions with distinct aesthetic features from those of nature, displaying geometric and linear structures in contrast to the organic and ecological curves of nature. The artist was fascinated by large concrete buildings that traverse natural landscapes, including embankments, tunnels, and bridges. He has proceeded to abstract architectural structures on planes by reducing them to pieces that make up structural frameworks. Built to artificially control the flow of nature, these facilities have a stout and massive appearance, with a practical framework that lacks aesthetic elements distinct from those of large cities. Photographs taken at diverse locations serve as a portal for the artist to transfer reality into the flat world of painting. Using this method of working, he produces a painting universe with a reality-independent phase, a space for images that are not entirely based on physical reality.
Artwork details+
- Medium
- Oil on canvas
- Size
- 25.8 cm x 17.9 cm
- Year
- 2020
- Signature
- Hand-signed and dated by artist, back
- Edition
- Unique work
- Certificate
- Certificate of Authenticity issued by the gallery
Shipping & taxes+
- Ships from the gallery's location (set per work, defaults to the gallery address)
- Cost calculated at checkout by destination
- Optional full insurance in transit
- Usually ships within 10 business days, fine-art packed
- In-person pickup available for some works (no shipping fee)
- Listed price may include VAT applicable in the seller's country or the work's place of shipment
- Duties, import VAT/GST, customs fees, and other taxes in the buyer's country are not included and are the buyer's responsibility
- These are assessed by the destination customs authority and billed separately by the carrier
- Sales tax may be added at checkout depending on jurisdiction
$238