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The Arts Intel Report

A Cultural Compass
For the World Traveler
A Cultural Compass
For the World Traveler

Enriching Steles: Ink Art by Lee Chun-yi

Nov 14, 2019 – May 25, 2020
21/F, 1 Lyndhurst Tower, 1 Lyndhurst Terrace, Central, Hong Kong

Lee Chun-yi, who has long studied ink and its application, recently developed his own stamping technique. Fusing ink-rubbing, calligraphy, carving, and printing, the effect of Lee’s artwork is best described as photorealist. Eastern scripture and iconic literati symbols (pine trees, blossoms, scholar’s rocks) float like 3-D images. The precision of the ink work? Cut as if by a surgeon’s knife. —E.C.