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Dansaekhwa: Korean Abstract Art and its Cultural Impact

English ｜ Hardcover ｜ 2026 ｜248 pages ｜ 29×21 cm

Publisher　 Phaidon Press
Author　　　 Yeon Shim Chung (Author)
ISBN　　　　　9781838668518

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【Book Description】

When discussing contemporary Korean art, one of the first movements that comes to mind is Dansaekhwa (Korean monochrome painting). Yet this influential postwar movement was far more than a style of monochromatic painting—it represented a profound artistic revolution that redefined the relationship between material, the body, time, and the act of creation itself. Through repetitive processes, material experimentation, and minimalist aesthetics, Dansaekhwa artists expanded the boundaries of abstract art far beyond the traditional canvas.

Dansaekhwa: Korean Abstract Art and its Cultural Impact is a comprehensive study of this landmark movement, examining its artistic, cultural, and historical significance from multiple perspectives. The book traces the origins of Dansaekhwa in postwar South Korea and explores how it evolved into one of the country's most internationally recognized artistic movements, reshaping global perceptions of Korean contemporary art.

The publication offers in-depth discussions of the movement's leading figures—including Park Seo-Bo, Lee Ufan, Ha Chong-Hyun, Kim Tschang-Yeul, and Yun Hyong-keun—analyzing their artistic philosophies, creative methods, and lasting contributions. It also examines the pivotal role that art critics played in defining and promoting Dansaekhwa, establishing its place within both Korean and international art history.

Beyond revisiting the movement's canonical artists, the book also reconsiders the overlooked contributions of women artists. Inspired by Linda Nochlin's influential question regarding the absence of women in art history, the author investigates the role of female artists within Dansaekhwa, highlighting their significant yet often underrecognized contributions and offering a broader, more inclusive perspective on the movement's development.

Featuring more than 250 beautifully reproduced artworks, archival photographs, and historical documents, this richly illustrated volume presents a compelling account of how Dansaekhwa emerged from postwar Korea to become a major force in international contemporary art. Essential reading for anyone interested in Korean contemporary art, abstract art, art history, or the broader development of modern Asian art, Dansaekhwa: Korean Abstract Art and its Cultural Impact is both an authoritative scholarly resource and a visually inspiring publication.

【Details】

Author: Yeon Shim Chung

Publisher: Phaidon Press

Publication Year: 2026

Size: 29 × 21 cm

Binding: Hardcover

Pages: 248 pages