Zao Wou-ki

Chinese Painter Zao Wou-ki Dies at 93

Apr 11, 2013

Zao Wou-ki (Zhao Wuji 赵无极), the Chinese-French abstract painter once lauded as the highest-selling living Chinese artist, died on Tuesday at the age of 93. Reuters reports: Abstract master Zao Wou-ki, one of China’s most...

Zao Wou-Ki: China’s Highest-Selling Living Artist

Oct 5, 2012

At The Wall Street Journal’s Scene Asia, Jason Chow profiles abstract painter Zao Wou-ki, China’s highest-selling living artist, whose auction sales last year reached $90 million. Despite his long career, Zao’s...

The Subtle Power of Zao Wou-Ki

May 21, 2009

The New York Times profiles artist Zao Wou-ki (Zhao Wuji 赵无极), in advance of two events in Hong Kong highlighting his work, an auction at Christie’s and an exhibit at Alisan Fine Arts: Even as the bubble in prices for...