{"title":"Chen Wen Hsi","description":"\u003cp\u003eBrowse artworks by Chen Wen Hsi (1906–1991), Singaporean master of the Nanyang art movement. Ink paintings, animal studies and brushwork available for sale on Art Again.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chen-wen-hsi-sparrows-finger-painting-undated","title":"Chen Wen Hsi, Sparrows Finger Painting, Undated","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eInk and colour on paper\u003cbr\u003e34 x 45 cm (visible), 61 x 87 x cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good, foxing is apparent throughout the work\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: start; white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003e-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: start; white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003ePurchased 1980s, gifted by a friend during house warming party.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChen Wen Hsi \u003cspan class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003e陈文希 \u003c\/span\u003e(1906-1991) was a prominent Singaporean artist known for his innovative blend of traditional Chinese and modern Western painting styles. Born in Guangdong, China, he studied at the Shanghai College of Fine Arts and moved to Singapore in 1949. A key figure in the Nanyang art movement, Chen's work is celebrated for its dynamic brushwork and diverse subjects. He also taught at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, leaving a lasting impact on Singapore’s art scene. His legacy lives on through his celebrated works and contributions to art education.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e(Photographed in June 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51647148032365,"sku":"SQ0445078","price":8000.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/Chen_Wen_Hsi_Sparrows_Finger_Painting_Undated.jpg?v=1749401724"},{"product_id":"chen-wen-hsi-untitled-chickens-undated","title":"Chen Wen Hsi, Untitled (Chickens), Undated","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil and watercolour on paper\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34 x 45 cm, 67 x 62 x 2 cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good, with foxing throughout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: start; white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChen Wen Hsi \u003cspan class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003e陈文希 \u003c\/span\u003e(1906-1991) was a prominent Singaporean artist known for his innovative blend of traditional Chinese and modern Western painting styles. Born in Guangdong, China, he studied at the Shanghai College of Fine Arts and moved to Singapore in 1949. A key figure in the Nanyang art movement, Chen's work is celebrated for its dynamic brushwork and diverse subjects. He also taught at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, leaving a lasting impact on Singapore’s art scene. His legacy lives on through his celebrated works and contributions to art education.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(Photographed in May 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52051854131565,"sku":"SQ0445078","price":14800.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/DSC01032.jpg?v=1751800618"},{"product_id":"chen-wen-hsi-sparrows-and-bamboo-1980s","title":"Chen Wen Hsi, Sparrows and Bamboo, 1980s","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChinese ink and colour on paper\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e33 x 43.5 cm (unframed)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGood, previously restored, with a small puncture hole to the top left.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"text-align: start; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChen Wen Hsi \u003cspan class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003e陈文希\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e(1906-1991) was a prominent Singaporean artist known for his innovative blend of traditional Chinese and modern Western painting styles. Born in Guangdong, China, he studied at the Shanghai College of Fine Arts and moved to Singapore in 1949. A key figure in the Nanyang art movement, Chen's work is celebrated for its dynamic brushwork and diverse subjects. He also taught at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, leaving a lasting impact on Singapore’s art scene. His legacy lives on through his celebrated works and contributions to art education.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis painting depicts a small group of sparrows perched amid slender bamboo stems. The work radiates spontaneity, grace, and balance —all hallmarks of Chen’s mature style.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach sparrow, rendered with deft, minimal strokes, reveals a remarkable liveliness and individuality, while the sparse bamboo branches frame the composition with rhythmic harmony. The interplay between controlled brushwork and expressive freedom speaks to Chen’s synthesis of traditional Chinese ink aesthetics with a modern, personal sensibility.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChen Wen Hsi’s bird and bamboo paintings are among the most beloved in his oeuvre, embodying both scholarly refinement and poetic vitality. This piece demonstrates the artist’s deep understanding of the “spirit” (氣韻) of his subjects — a quality that makes his works timeless and deeply resonant.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAcquired directly from the artist in the 1980s.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(Photographed in October 2025)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-dd2ed57f-7fff-027a-0ea9-375f58078d2e\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52645961073005,"sku":null,"price":7000.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/1-ChenWenHsi-SparrowsandBamboo_Front2.jpg?v=1761722875"},{"product_id":"chen-wen-hsi-two-gibbons-1980s","title":"Chen Wen Hsi, Two Gibbons, 1980s","description":"\u003cp\u003eChinese ink and colour on paper\u003cbr\u003e32.5 x 44.5 cm (visible), 67 x 61.5 x 2.5 cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good, with minor foxing throughout the work and mould visible along the surrounding matboard. a reframing is recommended.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChen Wen Hsi 陈文希 (1906-1991) was a prominent Singaporean artist known for his innovative blend of traditional Chinese and modern Western painting styles. Born in Guangdong, China, he studied at the Shanghai College of Fine Arts and moved to Singapore in 1949. A key figure in the Nanyang art movement, Chen's work is celebrated for its dynamic brushwork and diverse subjects. He also taught at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, leaving a lasting impact on Singapore’s art scene. His legacy lives on through his celebrated works and contributions to art education. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAcquired directly from the artist in the 1980s, via the Chen Wen Hsi Gallery, Singapore Handicraft Centre.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(Photographed in November 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52850456363373,"sku":null,"price":24000.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/2-DSC07541.jpg?v=1766137107"},{"product_id":"chen-wen-hsi-six-goldfishes-1980","title":"Chen Wen Hsi, Six Goldfishes, 1980","description":"\u003cp\u003eChinese ink and colour on paper\u003cbr\u003e33.5 x 43.5 cm (visible), 52 x 67 x 2.5 cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Very good, with mould on the lower section of the surrounding matboard.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChen Wen Hsi 陈文希 (1906-1991) was a prominent Singaporean artist known for his innovative blend of traditional Chinese and modern Western painting styles. Born in Guangdong, China, he studied at the Shanghai College of Fine Arts and moved to Singapore in 1949. A key figure in the Nanyang art movement, Chen's work is celebrated for its dynamic brushwork and diverse subjects. He also taught at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, leaving a lasting impact on Singapore’s art scene. His legacy lives on through his celebrated works and contributions to art education.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCommissioned by the current collector and executed live.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAcquired directly from the artist in the 1980s, via the Chen Wen Hsi Gallery, Singapore Handicraft Centre.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(Photographed in November 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52850456396141,"sku":null,"price":9800.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/2-DSC07458.jpg?v=1766137274"},{"product_id":"chen-wen-hsi-a-pair-of-gibbons-undated","title":"Chen Wen Hsi, A Pair of Gibbons, Undated","description":"\u003cp\u003eInk and colour on paper\u003cbr\u003e34 x 45.5 cm (visible), 47.5 x 58.5 x 2.5 cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Very good\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChen Wen Hsi 陈文希 (1906-1991) was a prominent Singaporean artist known for his innovative blend of traditional Chinese and modern Western painting styles. Born in Guangdong, China, he studied at the Shanghai College of Fine Arts and moved to Singapore in 1949. A key figure in the Nanyang art movement, Chen's work is celebrated for its dynamic brushwork and diverse subjects. He also taught at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, leaving a lasting impact on Singapore’s art scene. His legacy lives on through his celebrated works and contributions to art education.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition to his broader practice, Chen Wen Hsi was especially known for his studies of animals, which became a significant part of his artistic output. Subjects such as gibbons, squirrels, ducks, roosters and sparrows allowed him to explore movement, expression and rhythm through ink and brushwork. These works demonstrate his ability to merge observation with abstraction, capturing the essence of each animal through expressive and controlled line work.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAcquired directly from the artist.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(Photographed in April 2026)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53227708875117,"sku":null,"price":38000.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/DSC04675_1.jpg?v=1776333084"},{"product_id":"chen-wen-hsi-squirrel-undated","title":"Chen Wen Hsi, Squirrel, Undated","description":"\u003cp\u003eInk and colour on paper\u003cbr\u003e32.5 x 43 cm (visible), 47.5 x 58.5 x 2.5 cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Very good, with slight foxing on the bottom section of the painting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChen Wen Hsi 陈文希 (1906-1991) was a prominent Singaporean artist known for his innovative blend of traditional Chinese and modern Western painting styles. Born in Guangdong, China, he studied at the Shanghai College of Fine Arts and moved to Singapore in 1949. A key figure in the Nanyang art movement, Chen's work is celebrated for its dynamic brushwork and diverse subjects. He also taught at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, leaving a lasting impact on Singapore’s art scene. His legacy lives on through his celebrated works and contributions to art education.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition to his broader practice, Chen Wen Hsi was especially known for his studies of animals, which became a significant part of his artistic output. Subjects such as gibbons, squirrels, ducks, roosters and sparrows allowed him to explore movement, expression and rhythm through ink and brushwork. These works demonstrate his ability to merge observation with abstraction, capturing the essence of each animal through expressive and controlled line work.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAcquired directly from the artist.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(Photographed in April 2026)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53227724898669,"sku":null,"price":15000.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/DSC04628_2.jpg?v=1776332863"},{"product_id":"chen-wen-hsi-three-ducks-with-reeds-undated","title":"Chen Wen Hsi, Three Ducks with Reeds, Undated","description":"\u003cp\u003eInk and colour on paper\u003cbr\u003e40 cm (diameter), 50 x 51 x 2.5 cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Very good, with visible spots of mould within the frame. Reframing is advised.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChen Wen Hsi 陈文希 (1906-1991) was a prominent Singaporean artist known for his innovative blend of traditional Chinese and modern Western painting styles. Born in Guangdong, China, he studied at the Shanghai College of Fine Arts and moved to Singapore in 1949. A key figure in the Nanyang art movement, Chen's work is celebrated for its dynamic brushwork and diverse subjects. He also taught at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, leaving a lasting impact on Singapore’s art scene. His legacy lives on through his celebrated works and contributions to art education.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition to his broader practice, Chen Wen Hsi was especially known for his studies of animals, which became a significant part of his artistic output. Subjects such as gibbons, squirrels, ducks, roosters and sparrows allowed him to explore movement, expression and rhythm through ink and brushwork. These works demonstrate his ability to merge observation with abstraction, capturing the essence of each animal through expressive and controlled line work.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAcquired directly from the artist.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(Photographed in April 2026)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53227761467757,"sku":null,"price":15000.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/2-Untitleddesign_3.jpg?v=1776324501"},{"product_id":"chen-wen-hsi-rooster-undated","title":"Chen Wen Hsi, Rooster, Undated","description":"\u003cp\u003eInk and colour on paper\u003cbr\u003e34.5 x 44 cm (visible), 43.5 x 53 x 2.5 cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Very good\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChen Wen Hsi 陈文希 (1906-1991) was a prominent Singaporean artist known for his innovative blend of traditional Chinese and modern Western painting styles. Born in Guangdong, China, he studied at the Shanghai College of Fine Arts and moved to Singapore in 1949. A key figure in the Nanyang art movement, Chen's work is celebrated for its dynamic brushwork and diverse subjects. He also taught at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, leaving a lasting impact on Singapore’s art scene. His legacy lives on through his celebrated works and contributions to art education.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition to his broader practice, Chen Wen Hsi was especially known for his studies of animals, which became a significant part of his artistic output. Subjects such as gibbons, squirrels, ducks, roosters and sparrows allowed him to explore movement, expression and rhythm through ink and brushwork. These works demonstrate his ability to merge observation with abstraction, capturing the essence of each animal through expressive and controlled line work.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAcquired directly from the artist.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(Photographed in April 2026)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53227765268845,"sku":null,"price":12000.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/DSC04647_1_4.jpg?v=1776325857"},{"product_id":"chen-wen-hsi-sparrows-perched-on-a-bamboo-tree-undated","title":"Chen Wen Hsi, Sparrows Perched on a Bamboo Tree, Undated","description":"\u003cp\u003eInk and colour on paper\u003cbr\u003e32.5 x 43 cm (visible), 47.5 x 58.5 x 2.5 cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Very good\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChen Wen Hsi 陈文希 (1906-1991) was a prominent Singaporean artist known for his innovative blend of traditional Chinese and modern Western painting styles. Born in Guangdong, China, he studied at the Shanghai College of Fine Arts and moved to Singapore in 1949. A key figure in the Nanyang art movement, Chen's work is celebrated for its dynamic brushwork and diverse subjects. He also taught at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, leaving a lasting impact on Singapore’s art scene. His legacy lives on through his celebrated works and contributions to art education.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition to his broader practice, Chen Wen Hsi was especially known for his studies of animals, which became a significant part of his artistic output. Subjects such as gibbons, squirrels, ducks, roosters and sparrows allowed him to explore movement, expression and rhythm through ink and brushwork. These works demonstrate his ability to merge observation with abstraction, capturing the essence of each animal through expressive and controlled line work.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAcquired directly from the artist.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(Photographed in April 2026)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53227765563757,"sku":null,"price":8000.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/DSC04667_1_5b8550a3-3a24-4a71-a253-493f14e73a48.jpg?v=1776332933"},{"product_id":"chen-wen-hsi-the-fisherman-undated","title":"Chen Wen Hsi, The Fisherman, Undated","description":"\u003cp\u003eInk and colour on paper\u003cbr\u003e34.5 x 44 cm (visible), 43.5 x 53 x 2.5 cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good, with foxing visible throughout the work. Reframing is advised.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChen Wen Hsi 陈文希 (1906-1991) was a prominent Singaporean artist known for his innovative blend of traditional Chinese and modern Western painting styles. Born in Guangdong, China, he studied at the Shanghai College of Fine Arts and moved to Singapore in 1949. A key figure in the Nanyang art movement, Chen's work is celebrated for its dynamic brushwork and diverse subjects. He also taught at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, leaving a lasting impact on Singapore’s art scene. His legacy lives on through his celebrated works and contributions to art education.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition to his broader practice, Chen Wen Hsi was especially known for his studies of animals, which became a significant part of his artistic output. Subjects such as gibbons, squirrels, ducks, roosters and sparrows allowed him to explore movement, expression and rhythm through ink and brushwork. These works demonstrate his ability to merge observation with abstraction, capturing the essence of each animal through expressive and controlled line work.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAcquired from Norma Lu Gallery, Singapore.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(Photographed in April 2026)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53246692589933,"sku":null,"price":18000.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/DSC04657_a2e3c0d8-d648-44f1-b562-35ccbfb4d0ac.jpg?v=1776780371"},{"product_id":"chen-wen-hsi-gibbons-undated","title":"Chen Wen Hsi, Gibbons, Undated","description":"\u003cp\u003eInk and colour on paper \u003cbr\u003e34 x 45 cm \u003cbr\u003eCondition: Very good\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChen Wen Hsi 陈文希 (1906-1991) was a prominent Singaporean artist known for his innovative blend of traditional Chinese and modern Western painting styles. Born in Guangdong, China, he studied at the Shanghai College of Fine Arts and moved to Singapore in 1949. A key figure in the Nanyang art movement, Chen's work is celebrated for its dynamic brushwork and diverse subjects. He also taught at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, leaving a lasting impact on Singapore’s art scene. His legacy lives on through his celebrated works and contributions to art education.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis work is rendered in the traditional \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e“写意” (xieyi) style, where Chen Wen Hsi uses fluid, expressive brushwork to capture the movement and spirit of the gibbons rather than fine detail. This approach is reminscent of the gibbon imagery reproduced on the Singapore's $50 note, where simplified, confident strokes define the forms. For a closer look at this connection, read more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/undertheangsanatree.blogspot.com\/2016\/12\/the-artist-of-50-note.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/00.jpg?v=1777562397\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFront and back of the Singapore $50 note.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/gibbonsamidstvines.jpg?v=1777562407\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eTwo Gibbons Amidst Vines\u003c\/em\u003e by Chen Wen Hsi.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAcquired directly from the artist.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(Photographed in April 2026)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53273584697709,"sku":null,"price":35000.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/WhatsAppImage2026-04-29at13_3.jpg?v=1777562852"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/collections\/Chen_Wen_Hsi.png?v=1778729449","url":"https:\/\/artagain.co\/collections\/chen-wen-hsi.oembed","provider":"Art Again","version":"1.0","type":"link"}