Wings '91 - VII
Original fine art print (likely aquatint, lithograph, or mixed media print) on heavy art paper, matted and framed. • Youngkee Lee (signed 'Youngkee Lee '91' in the lower right margin)
Style & Movement
Contemporary Abstraction / Nature-based Abstraction. The work reflects a late 20th-century preoccupation with organic forms and minimalist composition.
Medium & Technique
Printmaking; likely a combination of aquatint for the tonal gradients and lithography or drypoint for the organic details. The piece shows subtle color transitions (glazing effects) and high-contrast tonal range.
Creation Period
1991 (dated in ink on the lower margin)
Dimensions & Format
Landscape format. Estimated image size: 12 x 16 inches; estimated frame size: 24 x 28 inches.
Subject Description
An abstract representation titled 'Wings', featuring organic, leaf-like or wing-like shapes in shades of blue, white, and earthy ochre set against a deep black void. A sharp diagonal green field on the right creates a geometric counterpoint to the central fluttering form, suggesting themes of flight, fragility, and nature.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good to Very Good. The print itself appears well-preserved under glass, though the frame and matting show signs of age and wear.
Estimated Market Value
$400 - $800 USD (based on contemporary fine art print pricing for established but niche mid-career artists)
Auction Estimate
$250 - $500 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired from a gallery or private studio in the early 1990s. The 'A/P' (Artist's Proof) designation suggests this was a personal copy from the artist or a primary sale.
Art Historical Significance
Represents the globalization of the printmaking tradition in the 1990s, blending Asian aesthetic sensibilities (negative space, organic line) with Western abstract formalist techniques. As an Artist's Proof, it holds slightly higher interest for collectors than standard editioned prints.
Notable Features
Hand-signed and inscribed by the artist. Marked 'A/P' in the lower left, indicating it is an Artist’s Proof outside of the standard numbered edition. Features a unique blue frame that coordinates with the cool tones of the artwork.
Condition Issues
Visible chips and scuffing on the blue-painted wooden frame. Possible slight yellowing of the mat board (non-archival matting indicator). The print depicts no visible foxing or moisture damage from the exterior view.
Conservation Recommendations
Consider re-matting with acid-free museum-grade board to prevent 'mat burn' on the paper edges. The frame should be repaired or replaced. Use UV-protective glass to prevent fading of the delicate green and blue pigments.