Lin Fengmian: 10 things to know

We assess the legacy of this charismatic pioneer of Chinese modern art, the teacher of both Wu Guanzhong and Zao Wou-Ki — illustrated with works offered at Christie’s

Lin Fengmian's Femme avec des fleurs bleues, left, and Femme assise avec des fleurs. Both offered in Art d'Asie on 10 June 2025 at Christie's in Paris

Lin Fengmian’s Femme avec des fleurs bleues (sold for: €126,000), left, and Femme assise avec des fleurs. Both offered on 10 June 2025 at Christie’s in Paris

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