Ullens to Sell Beijing's UCCA and Art Collection
Belgian collectors Guy and Myriam Ullens plan to sell the Ullens Centre for Contemporary Art in Beijing and auction their collection of over 2,000 artworks later this year. Guy Ullens, now in his eighties, stated he needs to transfer stewardship of UCCA and his collection to younger patrons. UCCA director May Xue confirmed the center will continue its programming of events and exhibitions during this transition. The announcement was reported by The Beijinger, with the sale marking a significant shift in Beijing's contemporary art landscape.
Key facts
- Guy and Myriam Ullens are selling Ullens Centre for Contemporary Art (UCCA) in Beijing
- The Ullens will auction their collection of over 2,000 artworks later this year
- Guy Ullens is in his eighties and wants to transfer stewardship to younger patrons
- UCCA director May Xue confirmed programming will continue during the transition
- The announcement was reported by The Beijinger
- The Ullens are Belgian collectors
- UCCA is located in Beijing
- The sale involves both the institution and the art collection
Entities
Institutions
- Ullens Centre for Contemporary Art (UCCA)
- The Beijinger
Locations
- Beijing
- China
- Belgium