The Dawn of a Korean Visionary Born in the heart of Daegu in 1912, Lee In-sung emerged as a singular force in the evolution of Korean modern art, an artist whose brush captured the very soul of a changing nation. Raised within an artistic lineage, his early years were steeped in a profound appreciation for visual expression, nurtured by parents who were artists themselves. As Korea navigated the turbulent waters of rapid modernization and Japanese colonial rule, Lee sought to forge a path that was both contemporary and deeply rooted in his heritage. His journey through the Seoul Art School al…