Lee Ufan

Lee Ufan. 15th Anniversary of the National Art Center


August 10 — November 7, 2022
The National Art Center, Tokyo

© Lee Ufan, photo by Shu Nakagawa


The exhibition assembles Lee Ufan most important works, including everything from his earliest pre-Mono-ha pieces, which considered the problem of vision, the Relatum series, which changed the concept of sculpture, and his highly spiritual paintings, which produce a tranquil rhythm. In addition to showcasing Lee Ufan past works, enabling us to trace the trajectory of his creation practice, the exhibition is also scheduled to include his latest ground-breaking efforts.


The artist Lee Ufan personally determined the composition of this exhibition, which comprehensively highlights Lee work, development, and distinctive character from the dawn of his career in the 1960s to his most recent works. The exhibition is divided into two main sections, one focusing on sculpture and the other on painting, with the processes of his sculptures’ and paintings’ development presented in such a way that the viewer can follow each chronologically. Also, a large-scale stone and stainless steel work will be installed in the venue’s open-air exhibition space.




The National Art Center, Tokyo