Chung Sang-hwa, a leading figure of the Korean Dansaekhwa (monochrome painting) movement, died on January 28 at the age of 93. His death was reported by the Korea Times following a prolonged illness.
Chung's passing marks the loss of a pivotal artist whose methodical, process-driven work helped define a major chapter in modern Korean art. His death comes as global interest in Dansaekhwa has surged, elevating the movement's key practitioners to significant international acclaim within the contemporary art market.