LI KUCHAN ( 1899 - 1983 ) was a Chinese painter. LI KUCHAN s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 2141.06 USD for LOTUS AND BAMBOO in 2004 to a remarkable record 131223.76 USD for Lotus in 2011 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.