{"title":"Malaysia Collection","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"loh-ek-sem-just-visiting-undated","title":"Loh Ek Sem, Just Visiting, Undated","description":"\u003cp\u003eAcrylic on canvas\u003cbr\u003e123 x 92 cm, 142.5 x 112.5 x 4 cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Very good\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e-\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLoh Ek Sem (Malaysian, b. 1956), a graduate of the now-defunct Kualar Lumpur Collage of Fine Art, is known for his kampung denizens with stylised, disproportionate bodies and elongated limbs. He worked and exhibited actively in the mid-late 1990s in KL, Malaysia. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e(Photographed in May 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51754470343021,"sku":"SQ2480243","price":3000.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/DSC00993.jpg?v=1736928535"},{"product_id":"sharifah-fatimah-remembrance-i-1985","title":"Sharifah Fatimah, Remembrance I, 1985","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcrylic on paper mounted on board\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e38 x 48 cm (visible), 56.5 x 67 x 4 cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good, with foxing around the frame and slight undulation of paper.\u003cbr\u003e-\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eI acquired this striking abstract artwork by Dato’ Sharifah Fatimah Zubir (Malaysian, b. 1948) through a close friend of mine, who happened to be the son of the late painter Syed Ahmad Jamal (Malaysian, 1929-2011) - a close friend of the Dato.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eSharifah Fatimah's paintings are a vibrant celebration of colour, form, and nature. While each work varies aesthetically, they share a foundation of exuberance, executed in her signature style of exaggerated, contrasting hues. Her daring use of streaks, blocks, and lines frames bold fragments and shapes, creating dynamic compositions that symbolize the interplay between humanity and the natural world. Often described as lyrically symbolic, her works incorporate a myriad of colours, as exemplified in this early piece from 1985. The elements and hues in her art reflect her eternal muse: the flora and fauna of the natural environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eSharifah Fatimah's fascination with nature began at the age of five when she was drawn to the botanical mysteries of her surroundings. Climbing trees, collecting flowers, and exploring the intricate patterns of leaves and rocks, she was captivated by the beauty of her natural world. While her peers played traditional games, she pressed flowers into exercise books and ground sandstone into powder, nurturing a connection to nature that would become central to her artistic practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eHer education in fine arts spanned both sides of the Atlantic. She trained at the Mara Institute of Technology (now UiTM) under Dr. Jolly Koh and Dr. Choong Kam Kow, followed by a Bachelor of Fine Arts at Reading University in England (1973–1976) and a Master of Fine Arts at Pratt Institute in New York (1976–1978) under the prestigious John D. Rockefeller III Fund fellowship. A full-time artist since 1973, Sharifah Fatimah has garnered numerous accolades, including the Bank Bumiputra Prize for her works \u003cem\u003eRose of the Wind\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eTribute to Rumi\u003c\/em\u003e and a consolation prize for \u003cem\u003eMeditation\u003c\/em\u003e in the acclaimed Young Contemporary Artist (Bakat Muda Sezaman) competition. Her art gained international recognition with her first solo exhibition at Singapore’s Alpha Gallery in 1972, establishing her as a trailblazer in the Malaysian art scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(Photographed in December 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51754471162221,"sku":"SQ8811814","price":8000.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/DSC02996.jpg?v=1737613496"},{"product_id":"goh-lye-hock-untitled-undated","title":"Goh Lye Hock, Untitled, Undated","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil pastel and colour pencil on paper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e16 x 11 cm (visible), 30 x 28 x 1.5 cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: \u003cspan\u003eVery good, with slight foxing around the matboard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eGoh Lye Hock (Malaysian, b. 1963) is a dear friend and a highly regarded artist. Together, we participated in the Asian International Art Exhibition across various countries, including Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, Taiwan, Japan, Hong Kong, and South Korea. Goh is best known for his iconic mangosteen series, with his works once represented by a prominent gallery in Tanglin Mall, Singapore.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eThe drawing in my collection is particularly rare, created during the early stages of Goh’s career when he was navigating the challenges of establishing himself as a professional artist. I was drawn to his unique portrayal of the figure and his masterful control of the pastel medium on paper, which reflects his exceptional skill and artistic sensitivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e(Photographed in December 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51754471686509,"sku":"SQ1265572","price":3000.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/DSC03009.jpg?v=1736849464"},{"product_id":"dato-kamil-shafie-7-heavens-2023","title":"Dato Kamil Shafie, 7 Heavens, 2023","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on canvas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e121 x 90 cm (visible), 132 x 101 x 3.5 cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: \u003cspan\u003eVery good, with a light accretion of dust on the surface of the work\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDato Kamil Shafie (Malaysian, b. 1960) is a distinguished fine artist from Kuala Kangsar, Perak, whose journey exemplifies resilience and creativity. His career, rooted in abstract expressionism, began in the 1980s during his studies in the US under the mentorship of esteemed artists like Professor Emeritus Carl Grupp and Professor Robert J. Aldern at Augustana University. Known for his vibrant colors and dynamic free-flowing strokes, Kamil’s work is a reflection of his deep connection to spirituality and his bold approach to challenging artistic conventions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeyond his artistic achievements, Kamil Shafie has also made significant contributions in politics, holding various state government portfolios during the 1990s. As the Founder of the ASEAN International Art Stream (AIAS) and a key figure in Malaysian art societies, his influence extends across creative and cultural spheres. His heavy abstract works, defined by their refined yet bold strokes, continue to push boundaries and inspire new possibilities in fine art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a close friend of Dato Kamil, I have had the privilege of adding his exceptional artwork to my collection. Now, I am ready to pass on this masterpiece to the right buyer, confident that his stature as an artist will continue to rise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e(Photographed in December 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51754472079725,"sku":"SQ6372157","price":6800.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/DSC02968_5071f34a-2622-4944-8ad0-d0a6cd8a05b4.jpg?v=1742966911"},{"product_id":"eric-chan-chrysanthemum-undated","title":"Eric Chan, Chrysanthemum, Undated","description":"\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on canvas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e150 x 150\u003cbr\u003eCondition: \u003cspan\u003eGood, slight stains on right-side and bottom right\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: start; ; white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"90\" data-end=\"337\"\u003eEric Chan (Malaysian, b. 1975) is a leading contemporary painter in Southeast Asia. He holds a Master's degree in Fine Art (Painting) from the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, Australia, in partnership with LASALLE College of the Arts, Singapore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"689\"\u003eChan’s paintings are deeply influenced by photographic aesthetics and camera effects, incorporating techniques such as blurring, smearing, and tonal inversions reminiscent of film negatives. His work explores the interplay between painting and photography, creating dreamlike, atmospheric compositions that challenge perceptions of time and memory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChan has enjoyed recognition for his work receiving amongst others, the Jurors' Choice at the Philip Morris ASEAN Art Awards (2002) and the Highly Commended accolade at the 2003 UOB Painting of the Year Competition. His works are collected by the Singapore Art Museum and in corporate and public collections such as the CapitaLand Collection, UOB Art Collection, UBS Art Collection, OCBC Art Collection and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Singapore, and many important private collections. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e(Photographed in September 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51774618370413,"sku":"SQ3635240","price":8800.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/IMG_76402-2_ea58425d-d0f1-4b0a-beb7-a291cb9fbfca.jpg?v=1741077816"},{"product_id":"eric-chan-lemons","title":"Eric Chan, Lemons, 2007","description":"\u003cdiv data-controller=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\" class=\"ProductItem-details-checkout\" data-controllers-bound=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ProductItem-product-price preFade fadeIn\" data-animation-role=\"content\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738811141045_129\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ProductItem-details-excerpt ProductItem-details-excerpt-below-price\" data-content-field=\"excerpt\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738811141045_128\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on canvas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e121 x 150 x 4.5 cm\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Very good\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEric Chan (Malaysian, b. 1975)  is one of Southeast Asia's notable contemporary painters. He holds a Masters of Fine Art (Painting) from Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, Australia and Lasalle College of the Arts, Singapore. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHis paintings are shaped by photographic and camera effects and aesthetics — from the blurring or smearing of paintings, to the distinctive graphics of film negatives with tonal inversions. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChan has enjoyed recognition for his work receiving amongst others, the Jurors' Choice at the Philip Morris ASEAN Art Awards (2002) and the Highly Commended accolade at the 2003 UOB Painting of the Year Competition. His works are collected by the Singapore Art Museum and in corporate and public collections such as the CapitaLand Collection, UOB Art Collection, UBS Art Collection, OCBC Art Collection and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Singapore, and many important private collections. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e*Image background has been composited.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe artwork is the actual piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e(Photographed in September 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51779843817837,"sku":null,"price":8800.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/2L7A4818-Enhanced-NR.jpg?v=1738811285"},{"product_id":"eric-chan-lemons-2007-copy","title":"Eric Chan, Untitled (Melbourne Side Street), 2006","description":"\u003cdiv data-controller=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\" class=\"ProductItem-details-checkout\" data-controllers-bound=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ProductItem-product-price preFade fadeIn\" data-animation-role=\"content\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738811141045_129\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ProductItem-details-excerpt ProductItem-details-excerpt-below-price\" data-content-field=\"excerpt\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738811141045_128\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-controller=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\" class=\"ProductItem-details-checkout\" data-controllers-bound=\"ProductCartButton,ProductItemVariants\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ProductItem-product-price preFade fadeIn\" data-animation-role=\"content\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738811760315_129\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ProductItem-details-excerpt ProductItem-details-excerpt-below-price\" data-content-field=\"excerpt\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738811760315_128\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on canvas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e87 x 150 x 4.5 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Very good\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEric Chan (Malaysian, b. 1975)  is one of Southeast Asia's notable contemporary painters. He holds a Masters of Fine Art (Painting) from Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, Australia and Lasalle College of the Arts, Singapore. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHis paintings are shaped by photographic and camera effects and aesthetics — from the blurring or smearing of paintings, to the distinctive graphics of film negatives with tonal inversions. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChan has enjoyed recognition for his work receiving amongst others, the Jurors' Choice at the Philip Morris ASEAN Art Awards (2002) and the Highly Commended accolade at the 2003 UOB Painting of the Year Competition. His works are collected by the Singapore Art Museum and in corporate and public collections such as the CapitaLand Collection, UOB Art Collection, UBS Art Collection, OCBC Art Collection and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Singapore, and many important private collections. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e(Photographed in September 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51779852337517,"sku":null,"price":4800.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/2L7A4801edit2.jpg?v=1738811789"},{"product_id":"ramli-malek-untitled-undated","title":"Ramli Malek, Untitled, Undated‬","description":"\u003cdiv data-controllers-bound=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\" class=\"ProductItem-details-checkout\" data-controller=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738811141045_129\" data-animation-role=\"content\" class=\"ProductItem-product-price preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738811141045_128\" data-content-field=\"excerpt\" class=\"ProductItem-details-excerpt ProductItem-details-excerpt-below-price\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-controllers-bound=\"ProductCartButton,ProductItemVariants\" class=\"ProductItem-details-checkout\" data-controller=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738811760315_129\" data-animation-role=\"content\" class=\"ProductItem-product-price preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-mark sold-out\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-controller=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\" class=\"ProductItem-details-checkout\" data-controllers-bound=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ProductItem-product-price preFade fadeIn\" data-animation-role=\"content\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738812356691_129\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-price\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-controllers-bound=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\" class=\"ProductItem-details-checkout\" data-controller=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738812667137_146\" data-animation-role=\"content\" class=\"ProductItem-product-price preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738812667137_145\" data-content-field=\"excerpt\" class=\"ProductItem-details-excerpt ProductItem-details-excerpt-below-price\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-controller=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\" class=\"ProductItem-details-checkout\" data-controllers-bound=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ProductItem-product-price preFade fadeIn\" data-animation-role=\"content\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738813179871_129\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ProductItem-details-excerpt ProductItem-details-excerpt-below-price\" data-content-field=\"excerpt\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738813179871_128\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-controller=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\" class=\"ProductItem-details-checkout\" data-controllers-bound=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ProductItem-details-excerpt ProductItem-details-excerpt-below-price\" data-content-field=\"excerpt\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738815382897_145\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1 preFade fadeIn\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eOil on canvas\u003cbr\u003e23 x 48 cm (visible), 32 x 57 x 3.5 cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Very good, with a slight dent in top right corner of the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1 preFade fadeIn\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eMany years ago, I visited an art exhibition by Della Butcher Gallery in Tanglin Shopping Centre, Singapore, where I met Mdm Fawziah, a staff member. She introduced me to an artwork by the renowned artist Mr Ramli Malek (Malaysian, 1943-1982), known as the Father of Malaysian Batik.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1 preFade fadeIn\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eShe shared the moving story of how the artist tragically drowned while attempting to save a boy near the river in Kelantan, where he had created this piece featuring lush Nipa Palms vegetation. Touched by the narrative and captivated by the artwork's beauty and preservation, I decided to purchase it. To this day, I cherish this remarkable piece. It is time for this piece to go to a better home. The artist signature appears on the verso.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1 preFade fadeIn\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e(Photographed in December 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51779905552749,"sku":null,"price":4200.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/DSC03116_e7303c18-142e-49e7-963f-75f9b1e66565.jpg?v=1738815451"},{"product_id":"syed-ahmad-jamal-untitled-undated","title":"Syed Ahmad Jamal, Untitled, Undated","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePencil on paper\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34 x 57.5 cm (visible), 78 x 97 x 3.5 cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-b8ab2dbf-7fff-2d52-94ee-60ee67934813\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-97864c36-7fff-f2b7-c882-5a2344e0ef05\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eCondition: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFair, a tear is apparent on the lower centre and lower right, with stains of masking tape visible on the right section of the work\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" style=\"text-align: start; ; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis paper work by Dato' Syed Ahmad Jamal (Malaysian, 1929-2011) showcases a profound study of the traditional national fabric, songket. Renowned for his meticulous approach, Dato' Syed Ahmad Jamal dedicated immense time to exploring the intricate motifs and designs of songket. His precise pencil drawings capture every detail with remarkable finesse, reflecting his deep appreciation for cultural heritage. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDato' Syed Ahmad Jamal’s artistic career was marked by his pioneering work in abstract expressionism in Malaysia. His dedication to art extended beyond creating visual masterpieces; he was also a writer, association leader, and administrator.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI acquired this masterpiece through his son, Mr. Syed, who often visited me to share stories about his father’s legacy. It is my hope that this artwork finds a home with the right collector, one who will preserve and honor its significance and its historical and artistic value\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(Photographed in November 2024)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51785514320237,"sku":null,"price":22500.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/DSC03034.jpg?v=1739193915"},{"product_id":"kam-kee-yong-untitled-the-language-of-love-1997","title":"Kam Kee Yong, Untitled (The Language of Love), 1997","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMixed media on paper\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e38.5 x 55 cm (visible), 60 x 77 x 2.5 cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-a572c4e9-7fff-60c5-c1ac-d312aba36afd\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eCondition: \u003cspan\u003eVery good\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKam Kee Yong (Malaysian, b. 1938), a 1984 Cultural Medallion recipient for Music, is a multifaceted talent renowned as both gifted violinist and a visual artist. As a violinist, he has composed several symphonies and garnered accolades for his performances. Alongside his musical pursuits, Kam’s passion for art flourished early in life, leading him to refine his artistic skills at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts under a Lee Foundation Scholarship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the 1960s, Kam furthered his studies in violin performance and composition at the Royal Academy of Music in London. Remarkably, while excelling in music, he also showcased his artwork in prominent galleries, earning recognition for both his artistic and musical achievements. His dual passions complemented each other, with his creative pursuits in one field often enriching the other.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKam’s ability to pour his musical sensibilities into his artwork results in visually arresting pieces that echo the rhythm and harmony of his compositions. His art is a testament to his boundless creativity and his unique ability to bridge two distinct yet deeply connected disciplines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf music could materialise, be seen and touched, this would be it. Untitled (The Language of Love) is an explosion of love in all its myriad expressions - the joy, the stars, the colours, and the music burst forth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“My music and my paintings complement each other. They can’t be separated. You can see all the musical influences in my artwork… Likewise, I see music as an artistic expression too.” Kam Kee Yong\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e(Photographed in November 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51785594896749,"sku":null,"price":3800.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/DSC03320_dcd3e48b-deef-49a1-8107-c59860f5331f.jpg?v=1742965174"},{"product_id":"tay-chee-toh-reproduction-of-a-woodblock-print-undated-print","title":"Tay Chee Toh, Reproduction of a Woodblock Print, Undated","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrint\u003cbr\u003e63 x 45 cm (visible), 83 x 63.5 x 2.5 cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdition unknown, Hand signed by the artist.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-311dccd0-7fff-e248-7721-b55440c52eb8\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGood, with slight stains on the bottom section of the work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTay Chee Toh (Malaysian, b. 1941) displayed a natural talent for art from a young age. In 1958, he moved to Singapore to study at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts under Cheong Soo Pieng (Chinese, 1917–1983) and Chen Wen Hsi (Chinese, 1906–1991). He later became a founding member of the Modern Art Society in the 1960s. In recognition of his contributions to the arts, he was awarded the Cultural Medallion in 1985. Tay’s body of work, while rooted in formal sensibilities, embraces surreal expressions inspired by fantasy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHis early \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDayak Women\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e series, developed after a trip to Sarawak in 1966, reflects the influence of his mentor, pioneer artist Cheong Soo Pieng. Characterised by elongated lines and flattened forms, these works incorporate abstract motifs drawn from tribal textiles and body ornamentation, creating richly decorative surfaces that reflect Tay’s vision of the exotic. In the late 1960s, he expanded his practice to batik, exploring its distinctive motifs, which, like his use of Dayak patterns, underwent stylisation in both his abstract and figurative works.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBy the late 1970s, Tay shifted towards abstraction, producing the Aqua and Windows series, where geometric and organic forms float weightlessly in fields of bold, flat colour. In the 1980s, his abstractions became increasingly structured, influenced by the industrial objects and physical materiality that surrounded him. This evolution extended into his three-dimensional sculptural works of the same period, featuring raised abstract forms on totemic supports and hanging mobiles that evoke the sensation of floating structures.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(Photographed in February 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51806877548909,"sku":null,"price":500.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/DSC05786.jpg?v=1740125882"},{"product_id":"tang-juey-lee-kuku-bird-2012","title":"Tang Juey Lee, Kuku Bird, 2012","description":"\u003cdiv data-controller=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\" class=\"ProductItem-details-checkout\" data-controllers-bound=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ProductItem-product-price preFade fadeIn\" data-animation-role=\"content\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738811141045_129\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ProductItem-details-excerpt ProductItem-details-excerpt-below-price\" data-content-field=\"excerpt\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738811141045_128\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-controller=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\" class=\"ProductItem-details-checkout\" data-controllers-bound=\"ProductCartButton,ProductItemVariants\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ProductItem-product-price preFade fadeIn\" data-animation-role=\"content\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738811760315_129\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-mark sold-out\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-controllers-bound=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\" class=\"ProductItem-details-checkout\" data-controller=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738812356691_129\" data-animation-role=\"content\" class=\"ProductItem-product-price preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-price\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-controller=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\" class=\"ProductItem-details-checkout\" data-controllers-bound=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ProductItem-product-price preFade fadeIn\" data-animation-role=\"content\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738812667137_146\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ProductItem-details-excerpt ProductItem-details-excerpt-below-price\" data-content-field=\"excerpt\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738812667137_145\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-controllers-bound=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\" class=\"ProductItem-details-checkout\" data-controller=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738813179871_129\" data-animation-role=\"content\" class=\"ProductItem-product-price preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738813179871_128\" data-content-field=\"excerpt\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-controllers-bound=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\" data-controller=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738815382897_145\" data-content-field=\"excerpt\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInk and gouache on paper\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e49 x 68 cm (visible), 76 x 95 x 2.5 cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-8b34dcee-7fff-9bfb-bf8e-d522e6ba4400\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: Very good\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTang Juey Lee (Malaysian, 1953–2018) was a distinguished artist renowned for his unique fusion of traditional Chinese ink techniques and vibrant watercolours on rice paper. Born in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, he studied at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA) in Singapore from 1974 to 1976, under the mentorship of esteemed artists Georgette Chen (Chinese, 1906–1993) and See Hiang To (Chinese, 1906–1990).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTang’s oeuvre predominantly features nature-inspired themes, particularly orchids—the national flower of Singapore—often accompanied by birds. His work seamlessly merges the Eastern flower-and-bird painting tradition with Western realism, resulting in a distinctive visual language. 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Born in Penang, he graduated from the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts in 1951 before furthering his studies at the prestigious Slade School of Fine Art in London (1957–1959). His travels across Europe allowed him to engage in artistic exchange programs, deepening his understanding of both Eastern and Western artistic traditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUpon returning to Penang, Tan became a full-time artist, dedicating his career to capturing the essence of everyday life in Malaysia. While he was proficient in oil and Chinese ink painting, it was his mastery of watercolour that cemented his legacy. His works frequently depict bustling street scenes—hawkers, rickshaws, colonial-era buildings, and traditional shophouses—imbued with a delicate balance of spontaneity and precision.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTan’s style is distinguished by a fusion of Chinese calligraphic brushwork and Western techniques of perspective and composition. His swift, fluid strokes suggest movement and energy, while his keen eye for architectural details lends a sense of place and history. 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Raised amidst dense wilderness and plantations, he was first exposed to batik painting as it gained prominence in the 1960s. Though he initially aspired to be a fashion designer, his family’s financial constraints steered him towards a more practical, business-minded approach to art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToya apprenticed under renowned batik master Chuah Thean Teng (Malaysian, 1912–2008) and later took over a commercial batik factory. While this venture made materials more accessible to him, it also left him with little time for his own artistic pursuits. However, extensive travels in the 1970s and 1980s—particularly to London and Australia—introduced him to the works of Claude Monet (French, 1840–1926) and Georges Seurat (French, 1859–1891), whose Impressionist techniques fascinated him. 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His works, often in hues of burnt carmine, pale sage, olive green, and cerulean blue, were created using only red, blue, and green synthetic dyes, which he meticulously mixed to achieve his desired tones. He viewed batik as an alchemical process, with yellow hues imparting a sense of nostalgia and warmth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBefore his passing in 2016, Toya expressed his belief that his work should only belong to those who truly appreciated it. His batik paintings, with their quiet depth and unwavering connection to tradition, remain a testament to his vision. 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The sellers are acquainted with the artist and recalls he was the breadwinner of the family, supporting his parents and siblings by working during the night to create his works and having them sold to affluent businessmen based here for business back in the 1970s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(Photographed in February 2025)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51869373137261,"sku":null,"price":10000.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/DSC06028-_1.jpg?v=1749416022"},{"product_id":"tay-chee-toh-dawn-2015","title":"Tay Chee Toh, Dawn, 2015","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInk and gouache on paper\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e106.5 x 54 cm (visible), 142 x 72 x 4 cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-dfcf9d49-7fff-ef81-5e3d-861f4ee9ed04\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eCondition: Very good, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ewith slight foxing on the top and bottom sections of the work.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTay Chee Toh (Malaysian, b. 1941) displayed a natural talent for art from a young age. In 1958, he moved to Singapore to study at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts under Cheong Soo Pieng (Chinese, 1917–1983) and Chen Wen Hsi (Chinese, 1906–1991). He later became a key figure in the establishment of the Modern Art Society in the 1960s. In recognition of his contributions to the arts, he was awarded the Cultural Medallion in 1985.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eTay’s work often explores the relationship between nature and technology, incorporating elements such as water, sea creatures, and tribal motifs. Best known for his Aqua and Window series, his practice spans paintings, sculptures, mobiles, and woodblock prints. His signature free-floating forms and vivid compositions reflect a deep engagement with universal themes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e(Photographed in February 2025)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51873959084397,"sku":null,"price":4000.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/DSC05855-2-f7319ce3-3f3e-4a34-9cfc-801ff3571013-_1.jpg?v=1749415915"},{"product_id":"loh-ek-sem-i-play-for-you-undated","title":"Loh Ek Sem, I Play For You, Undated","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on canvas\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e120 x 80 cm (visible), 143 x 102 x 5 cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eVery good\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003carticle data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-66\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto py-5 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @[37rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @[70rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(12)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:32rem] @[34rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @[64rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto flex max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 text-base gap-4 md:gap-5 lg:gap-6 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"b318376b-2f78-4712-b92b-c5eba74944d2\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLoh Ek Sem (Malaysian, b. 1956) is a contemporary artist celebrated for his stylized portrayals of Malaysian village life. A graduate of the Kuala Lumpur College of Art, he gained prominence in the 1990s with exhibitions at Galeri Maybank and Art Salon Kuala Lumpur. His work has been showcased internationally, including a tenure with Singapore's Opera Gallery from 1995 to 2000.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLoh's distinctive aesthetic features figures with elongated limbs and exaggerated proportions, often set against serene kampung (village) backdrops. Utilizing mediums like acrylic on canvas and handmade paper casts, he captures the essence of rural Malaysian life. His compositions depict everyday scenes imbued with a sense of nostalgia and tranquility. Through his art, Loh Ek Sem offers a unique lens into Malaysian culture, blending whimsy with profound social commentary.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e(Photographed in April 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51883172168045,"sku":null,"price":7600.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/DSC07942-3717ecd9-e918-474c-bba7-fd45a913444d-_1.jpg?v=1749415637"},{"product_id":"tan-choon-ghee-untitled-penang-scene-1999","title":"Lee Choon Kee, Singapore River Scenes, 1981","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatercolour on paper\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e73 x 51.5 cm (visible), 92.5 x 73 x 2 cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: \u003c\/span\u003eGood, with faint horizontal creases to the paper throughout and stains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003carticle dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto py-5 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @[37rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @[70rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(12)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:32rem] @[34rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @[64rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto flex max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 text-base gap-4 md:gap-5 lg:gap-6 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLee Choon Kee (Malaysian, b. 1944) is a second-generation Nanyang artist and a founding member of the Singapore Watercolour Society. He graduated from the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts in 1965 and has remained a dedicated en plein air painter throughout his career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLee captures scenes from life with remarkable immediacy and sensitivity. From the early days of his career to the present, he has remained committed to painting on location, documenting fleeting moments with vivid precision. His chosen medium, watercolour, allows him to express the ever-changing interplay of light, colour, and atmosphere in his surroundings. Interestingly, some of his early works were painted on both sides of the paper, perhaps reflecting the shifting perspectives of his environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIn these 1981 paintings of Clarke Quay, Lee departs from his typically vibrant palette, opting instead for muted greys, blues, and browns. These subdued tones evoke the faded quality of memory, reminding us that this once-familiar scene has now vanished. In both compositions, a man in a simple white singlet stands unobtrusively in the middle ground—not as a focal point, but as an integral part of the scene. His presence anchors the work in reality, a quiet reminder that Clarke Quay, now bustling with tourist boats, was once a working waterfront lined with sampans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLee’s work does more than document a disappearing landscape; it invites us to reflect on the passage of time and Singapore’s rapid transformation. 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Raised amidst dense wilderness and plantations, he was first exposed to batik painting as it gained prominence in the 1960s. Though he initially aspired to be a fashion designer, his family’s financial constraints steered him towards a more practical, business-minded approach to art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToya apprenticed under renowned batik master Chuah Thean Teng (Malaysian, 1912–2008) and later took over a commercial batik factory. While this venture made materials more accessible to him, it also left him with little time for his own artistic pursuits. However, extensive travels in the 1970s and 1980s—particularly to London and Australia—introduced him to the works of Claude Monet (French, 1840–1926) and Georges Seurat (French, 1859–1891), whose Impressionist techniques fascinated him. Toya became determined to translate their approach into batik, developing a method that minimised crackles and emulated the seamless light and texture of their paintings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHis batik process was meticulous and physically demanding, relying on intricate layers of tiny dotted dyes. Unlike traditional batik, his technique was nearly lineless, creating a softer, more atmospheric effect. He was deeply passionate about batik’s heritage and dedicated much of his life to refining its expressive potential, treating it as both a technical challenge and an artistic philosophy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToya’s subject matter rarely strayed from rural life—farmers, wooden huts, and quiet landscapes, rendered in a distinctive palette. His works, often in hues of burnt carmine, pale sage, olive green, and cerulean blue, were created using only red, blue, and green synthetic dyes, which he meticulously mixed to achieve his desired tones. He viewed batik as an alchemical process, with yellow hues imparting a sense of nostalgia and warmth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBefore his passing in 2016, Toya expressed his belief that his work should only belong to those who truly appreciated it. His batik paintings, with their quiet depth and unwavering connection to tradition, remain a testament to his vision. In a rapidly modernising world, they serve as a reminder of the beauty found in patience, heritage, and sincere craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLiterature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBridget Tracy Tan (ed.), Idyllic Canting: Toya’s Batik Art, Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore, 2006. 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A graduate of the Kuala Lumpur College of Art, he gained prominence in the 1990s with exhibitions at Galeri Maybank and Art Salon Kuala Lumpur. His work has been showcased internationally, including a tenure with Singapore's Opera Gallery from 1995 to 2000 .\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLoh's distinctive aesthetic features figures with elongated limbs and exaggerated proportions, often set against serene kampung (village) backdrops. Utilising mediums like acrylic on canvas and handmade paper casts, he captures the essence of rural Malaysian life. His compositions depict everyday scenes imbued with a sense of nostalgia and tranquility. Through his art, Loh Ek Sem offers a unique lens into Malaysian culture, blending whimsy with profound social commentary.\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(Photographed in April 2025)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51927460249965,"sku":null,"price":7600.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/4-DSC07932-_1.jpg?v=1749414436"},{"product_id":"toya-lim-khoon-hock-padi-field-in-java-1998","title":"Toya Lim Khoon Hock, Padi Field in Java, 1998","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBatik\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e68 x 86 cm (visible), 80 x 98 x 5 cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-5b793f50-7fff-2171-9198-c68a629c7be0\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eCondition: Very good\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToya Lim Khoon Hock (Malaysian, 1943–2016) was a Penang-born artist whose work was deeply rooted in the landscapes and traditions of his homeland. Raised amidst dense wilderness and plantations, he was first exposed to batik painting as it gained prominence in the 1960s. Though he initially aspired to be a fashion designer, his family’s financial constraints steered him towards a more practical, business-minded approach to art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToya apprenticed under renowned batik master Chuah Thean Teng (Malaysian, 1912–2008) and later took over a commercial batik factory. While this venture made materials more accessible to him, it also left him with little time for his own artistic pursuits. However, extensive travels in the 1970s and 1980s—particularly to London and Australia—introduced him to the works of Claude Monet (French, 1840–1926) and Georges Seurat (French, 1859–1891), whose Impressionist techniques fascinated him. Toya became determined to translate their approach into batik, developing a method that minimised crackles and emulated the seamless light and texture of their paintings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHis batik process was meticulous and physically demanding, relying on intricate layers of tiny dotted dyes. Unlike traditional batik, his technique was nearly lineless, creating a softer, more atmospheric effect. He was deeply passionate about batik’s heritage and dedicated much of his life to refining its expressive potential, treating it as both a technical challenge and an artistic philosophy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToya’s subject matter rarely strayed from rural life—farmers, wooden huts, and quiet landscapes, rendered in a distinctive palette. His works, often in hues of burnt carmine, pale sage, olive green, and cerulean blue, were created using only red, blue, and green synthetic dyes, which he meticulously mixed to achieve his desired tones. He viewed batik as an alchemical process, with yellow hues imparting a sense of nostalgia and warmth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBefore his passing in 2016, Toya expressed his belief that his work should only belong to those who truly appreciated it. His batik paintings, with their quiet depth and unwavering connection to tradition, remain a testament to his vision. In a rapidly modernising world, they serve as a reminder of the beauty found in patience, heritage, and sincere craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eLiterature:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBridget Tracy Tan (ed.), Idyllic Canting: Toya’s Batik Art, Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore, 2006. 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She held a solo exhibition in Kuala Lumpur in mid 2024, showcasing her talent as a prolific artist who has triumphed over life’s challenges. A single mother who successfully raised three children, Lyna remains dedicated and productive in her craft. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Flower Series was inspired by her own mother, who represents strength and inspiration, holds deep significance, with each petal symbolizing layers of her journey—subtle yet powerful, reflecting resilience and determination. 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A graduate of the Kuala Lumpur College of Art, he gained prominence in the 1990s with exhibitions at Galeri Maybank and Art Salon Kuala Lumpur. His work has been showcased internationally, including a tenure with Singapore's Opera Gallery from 1995 to 2000 .\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLoh's distinctive aesthetic features figures with elongated limbs and exaggerated proportions, often set against serene kampung (village) backdrops. Utilising mediums like acrylic on canvas and handmade paper casts, he captures the essence of rural Malaysian life. His compositions depict everyday scenes imbued with a sense of nostalgia and tranquility. 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His works often feature symbolic elements and keen observation of the natural world, capturing moments in time with vivid colour and expressive form. Over the years, Fong has exhibited widely, including a retrospective at NN Gallery in Kuala Lumpur in 2010, and has been recognised with awards such as third prize at the Kedah Fest Open Show and second prize at the Kontena Nasional Sdn Bhd Art Competition. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis captivating abstract painting, elegantly framed in gold, draws the eye with its rich, textured, mixed-media surface. 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As a violinist, he has composed several symphonies and garnered accolades for his performances. Alongside his musical pursuits, Kam’s passion for art flourished early in life, leading him to refine his artistic skills at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts under a Lee Foundation Scholarship.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the 1960s, Kam furthered his studies in violin performance and composition at the Royal Academy of Music in London. Remarkably, while excelling in music, he also showcased his artwork in prominent galleries, earning recognition for both his artistic and musical achievements. His dual passions complemented each other, with his creative pursuits in one field often enriching the other.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKam’s ability to pour his musical sensibilities into his artwork results in visually arresting pieces that echo the rhythm and harmony of his compositions. His art is a testament to his boundless creativity and his unique ability to bridge two distinct yet deeply connected disciplines.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“My music and my paintings complement each other. They can’t be separated. You can see all the musical influences in my artwork… Likewise, I see music as an artistic expression too.” Kam Kee Yong\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e(Photographed in June 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52045969391981,"sku":null,"price":1000.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/PHOTO-2025-06-09-16-21-33_1__Nero_AI_Image_Upscaler_Photo_Face.jpg?v=1751542771"},{"product_id":"kam-kee-yong-untitled-boats-undated","title":"Kam Kee Yong, Untitled (Boats), Undated","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMixed media on paper\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e28 x 42 cm (visible), 31 x 46 x 1.5 cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: Very good\u003cbr\u003eArtwork located in Germany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKam Kee Yong (Malaysian, b. 1938), a 1984 Cultural Medallion recipient for Music, is a multifaceted talent renowned as both gifted violinist and a visual artist. As a violinist, he has composed several symphonies and garnered accolades for his performances. Alongside his musical pursuits, Kam’s passion for art flourished early in life, leading him to refine his artistic skills at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts under a Lee Foundation Scholarship.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the 1960s, Kam furthered his studies in violin performance and composition at the Royal Academy of Music in London. Remarkably, while excelling in music, he also showcased his artwork in prominent galleries, earning recognition for both his artistic and musical achievements. His dual passions complemented each other, with his creative pursuits in one field often enriching the other.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKam’s ability to pour his musical sensibilities into his artwork results in visually arresting pieces that echo the rhythm and harmony of his compositions. His art is a testament to his boundless creativity and his unique ability to bridge two distinct yet deeply connected disciplines.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“My music and my paintings complement each other. They can’t be separated. 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He graduated from Kuala Lumpur College of Art with a diploma in Fine Art and completed an art restoration course at the Accademia Riaci in Italy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTony portrays batik, a culturally significant symbol, in his oil paintings with incredible realism and an exceptional level of detail.  We were drawn to the vibrant colours and intricate patterns, while looking for an artwork to be the centrepiece for our home.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wrinkles and creases on the batik reminds us that there is beauty in the imperfection of everyday objects. The butterfly, another common motif in Tony's works, represents optimism amidst life's fleeting moments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(Photographed in June 2025)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52083928662381,"sku":null,"price":3500.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/4-4c1db7db-f8b6-4046-a716-5196c0dd790c_2.jpg?v=1752997044"},{"product_id":"edwin-ho-untitled-malaysian-port-scene-1998","title":"Edwin Ho, Untitled (Malaysian Port Scene), 1998","description":"\u003cdiv data-controllers-bound=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\" class=\"ProductItem-details-checkout\" data-controller=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738811141045_129\" data-animation-role=\"content\" class=\"ProductItem-product-price preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738811141045_128\" data-content-field=\"excerpt\" class=\"ProductItem-details-excerpt ProductItem-details-excerpt-below-price\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-controllers-bound=\"ProductCartButton,ProductItemVariants\" class=\"ProductItem-details-checkout\" data-controller=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738811760315_129\" data-animation-role=\"content\" class=\"ProductItem-product-price preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-mark sold-out\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-controller=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\" class=\"ProductItem-details-checkout\" data-controllers-bound=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ProductItem-product-price preFade fadeIn\" data-animation-role=\"content\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738812356691_129\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-price\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-controllers-bound=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\" class=\"ProductItem-details-checkout\" data-controller=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738812667137_146\" data-animation-role=\"content\" class=\"ProductItem-product-price preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738812667137_145\" data-content-field=\"excerpt\" class=\"ProductItem-details-excerpt ProductItem-details-excerpt-below-price\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-controller=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\" class=\"ProductItem-details-checkout\" data-controllers-bound=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ProductItem-product-price preFade fadeIn\" data-animation-role=\"content\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738813179871_129\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ProductItem-details-excerpt ProductItem-details-excerpt-below-price\" data-content-field=\"excerpt\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738813179871_128\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-controller=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\" class=\"ProductItem-details-checkout\" data-controllers-bound=\"ProductItemVariants,ProductCartButton\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ProductItem-details-excerpt ProductItem-details-excerpt-below-price\" data-content-field=\"excerpt\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1738815382897_145\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGouache on paper\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30 x 41 cm (visible), 48 x 58 x 2 cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Very good, light foxing on the surrounding matboard.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdwin Ho (Malaysian, b. unknown) is an artist with a studio in Malacca, at 15 Jalan Tun Cheng Lock. He published an artist statement on April 6, 1998 as follows:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“It has always been my aim as an artist to paint expressive and evocative pictures, which compel viewers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThus, abstraction is of paramount importance in every piece of my works. This means that I take great care of form, space, colour, rhythm, movement, line, texture, etc, in every painting I work on. I feel that without abstraction it is impossible to achieve aesthetic beauty, which touches the soul and which is uplifting. I believe strongly that the quality of painting depends very much on abstraction, besides thought and sensibility...\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHence, this adherence to the power of imagination has led to my painting in semi-abstract and abstract expressionistic styles (Abstraction Lyrique). Nevertheless, I believe in the importance of aesthetic canons and concepts. At the same time, I do not hesitate to transcend them for the sake of spontaneity and creativity.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(Photographed in July 2025)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52107815584109,"sku":null,"price":1600.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/18-DSC01305.jpg?v=1754053746"},{"product_id":"wan-soon-kam-the-cave-1989","title":"Wan Soon Kam, The Cave, 1988","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eWatercolour on paper\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMixed media on paper\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e76 x 56 cm (visible), 102 x 82 x 3 cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Very good\u003cbr\u003eArtwork located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWan Soon Kam (Singaporean, b. 1943) \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eis a second-generation Singaporean artist celebrated for his serene depictions of landscapes, kampungs, and quiet urban scenes.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eWorking primarily in watercolour and acrylic, his art captures the tranquil essence of a rapidly evolving Singapore.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eRaised in a village on Hainan Island, China, Wan's early experiences deeply influenced his artistic vision.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eHe graduated from the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts in 1961 and initially pursued a career as a book designer and illustrator.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThis period honed his skills in various media, including oil, watercolour, and acrylic.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eIn 1976, he transitioned to full-time painting, encouraged by the support of gallerist Della Butcher, a prominent advocate for Singaporean artists.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eWan's work has been showcased in solo and group exhibitions both locally and internationally.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eNotably, he held a retrospective exhibition in 2016 at the ARTrium @ MCI in the Old Hill Street Police Station.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eHis paintings are appreciated for their nostalgic portrayal of Singapore's heritage, offering viewers a window into the nation's past.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eA large body of work is dedicated to painting rural street scenes and landscapes in Singapore and Malaysia. Through a blend of deep hues and a combination of watercolour and acrylic techniques, he conveys the textures of the humid and verdant tropical archipelago.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(Photographed in Sept 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52579716301165,"sku":null,"price":9000.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/6-IMG_7239.jpg?v=1759917927"},{"product_id":"ong-kim-seng-taman-ayun-bali-2018","title":"Ong Kim Seng, Taman Ayun (Bali), 2018","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatercolour on paper\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e38 x 58 cm (visible), 50 x 68 x 2 cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Very good\u003cbr\u003eCertificate of Authenticity available.\u003cbr\u003eArtwork located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOng Kim Seng 王金成 (Singaporean, b. 1945) is one of Singapore’s most celebrated watercolourists, renowned for his masterful ability to capture light, atmosphere, and a deep sense of place. A largely self-taught artist, Ong’s works document landscapes both local and abroad, reflecting a sensitivity to fleeting moments and everyday life.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHe is a six-time winner of the prestigious American Watercolor Society awards and has exhibited widely across Asia, Europe, and the United States. His paintings are held in major collections, including the National Gallery Singapore and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, alongside numerous private collections around the world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHis style — luminous, detailed, and richly atmospheric — honours the cultures and environments he portrays, bridging traditional watercolour techniques with a contemporary appreciation for memory and observation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis piece captures the tropical allure of Bali, with lush landscapes and traditional Balinese structures. The vibrant colours and dynamic composition reflects the island's rich culture and natural beauty.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAcquired directly from the artist in 2018.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(Photographed in October 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52589708640621,"sku":null,"price":8000.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/8-IMG_1181_efe334c9-f198-4a64-9bce-eb7258138ea3.jpg?v=1759320757"},{"product_id":"ong-kim-seng-wuzhen-fishing-village-2017","title":"Ong Kim Seng, Wuzhen Fishing Village, 2017","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatercolour on paper\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e58 x 38 cm (visible), 68 x 50 x 2 cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Very good\u003cbr\u003eCertificate of Authenticity available.\u003cbr\u003eArtwork located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOng Kim Seng 王金成 (Singaporean, b. 1945) is one of Singapore’s most celebrated watercolourists, renowned for his masterful ability to capture light, atmosphere, and a deep sense of place. A largely self-taught artist, Ong’s works document landscapes both local and abroad, reflecting a sensitivity to fleeting moments and everyday life.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHe is a six-time winner of the prestigious American Watercolour Society awards and has exhibited widely across Asia, Europe, and the United States. His paintings are held in major collections, including the National Gallery Singapore and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, alongside numerous private collections around the world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHis style — luminous, detailed, and richly atmospheric — honours the cultures and environments he portrays, bridging traditional watercolour techniques with a contemporary appreciation for memory and observation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA serene depiction of the historic water town, this painting highlights the tranquil beauty of Wuzhen’s canals and ancient bridges. 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The adhesive tape around the edges of the canvas has loosened over time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-09615ce6-7fff-15e8-7663-104c3fe77cc3\"\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-003f56a0-7fff-f5ba-e75e-6692679a0d9a\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eChia Hoy Sai (Malaysian, b. 1948) is a painter known for his realistic depictions of people, culture, and everyday life in Southeast Asia. Born in Selangor, he studied at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts in Singapore from 1968 to 1969. His work often focuses on portraits, traditional attire, and still lifes of tropical fruits, drawing inspiration from his travels across Laos, Cambodia, and Myanmar. Combining careful attention to detail with a warmth for his subjects, Chia’s paintings capture both the textures of daily life and the cultural richness of the region.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAbout thirty years ago, I bought some unripe mangosteens from the wet market. I waited weeks for them to ripen, but instead of becoming edible, they did the opposite. They hardened completely, which bewildered me. They have since transformed into permanent fixtures on my fruit stand. Years later, while browsing artworks in Malaysia, I came across a still life of mangosteen that immediately reminded me of my dear, seemingly immortal mangosteens sitting at home. 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Born in Penang, he graduated from the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts in 1951 before furthering his studies at the prestigious Slade School of Fine Art in London (1957–1959). His travels across Europe allowed him to engage in artistic exchange programs, deepening his understanding of both Eastern and Western artistic traditions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUpon returning to Penang, Tan became a full-time artist, dedicating his career to capturing the essence of everyday life in Malaysia. While he was proficient in oil and Chinese ink painting, it was his mastery of watercolour that cemented his legacy. His works frequently depict bustling street scenes—hawkers, rickshaws, colonial-era buildings, and traditional shophouses—imbued with a delicate balance of spontaneity and precision.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTan’s style is distinguished by a fusion of Chinese calligraphic brushwork and Western techniques of perspective and composition. His swift, fluid strokes suggest movement and energy, while his keen eye for architectural details lends a sense of place and history. The human figures in his works are often rendered with minimal detail, yet they remain expressive, capturing fleeting moments of daily life.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(Photographed in March 2026)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53208013701485,"sku":null,"price":5500.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/2-IMG_27192.jpg?v=1775727302"},{"product_id":"nobuyoshi-araki-pola-eros-2012","title":"Nobuyoshi Araki, Pola Eros, 2012","description":"\u003cp\u003ePolaroid\u003cbr\u003e10.8 x 8.9 cm (visible), 28.5 x 27 x 4cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Very good\u003cbr\u003eEdition unique\u003cbr\u003eCertificate of Authenticity available\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNobuyoshi Araki (Japanese, b. 1940) is a photographer from Tokyo, Japan, known for his erotic and provocative photography that pose a striking contrast between ikebana flower arrangements and kinbaku bondage performances. He graduated from Chiba University in 1963 with a degree in photography and filmmaking, and began his career working in advertising at Dentsu. It was during this time that he started to refine the diaristic style which later became a defining feature of his works.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 1971, Araki published Sentimental Journey, a personal photo diary of his honeymoon with his wife, Yoko. The project was followed by Winter Journey years later, an emotional record of her illness and death. This cycle of love, loss, and memory sits at the heart of his vast body of work. He has also documented the lives of himself and his friends through a mode of what he terms ‘I-photography’, exposing the minute details of the mundane. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot without criticism, Araki’s work has frequently faced accusations of exploitation and has been subject to censorship in both Japan and internationally. Yet his influence on contemporary photography is undeniable. Araki’s images, whether tender or confrontational, continue to challenge ideas between public and private, art and pornography, beauty and discomfort. He has produced over 500 photobooks, and his work has been featured in exhibitions in New York, Paris, and Amsterdam, among others.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGalerie Steph (in collaboration with Ooi Botos Gallery, Hong Kong) held a solo exhibition for Araki titled \"Nobuyoshi Araki: All Women are Beautiful\" from September to October 2011 at Artspace@Helutrans, Singapore.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis work is mentioned in the catalogue for the Exhibition \"All Women Are Beautiful\" at Galerie Steph Singapore, Page 14.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(Photographed in April 2026)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53264699654509,"sku":null,"price":1000.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/2-ArakiPolaErosCloseup.jpg?v=1777291301"},{"product_id":"do-ho-suh-paratrooper-2011","title":"Do Ho Suh, Paratrooper, 2011","description":"\u003cp\u003eEtching on STPI paper\u003cbr\u003e35 x 25 cm (visible), 38 x 49 x 4cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good, with foxing and mould visible throughout the work.\u003cbr\u003eEdition 15 of 30.\u003cbr\u003eCertificate of Authenticity available.\u003cbr\u003eAcquired from STPI.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDo Ho Suh (South Korean, b. 1962) is a contemporary artist known for his work in sculpture and installation. He studied traditional painting at Seoul National University before continuing his education at the Rhode Island School of Design and Yale University. His practice developed across Korea, the United States and Europe, and he is currently based in London. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSuh is best known for his large-scale fabric installations that recreate architectural spaces such as homes, corridors and staircases. Using translucent materials, he explores themes of memory, identity and the idea of home, often reflecting his own experiences of migration. His works blur the boundary between sculpture and architecture, creating immersive environments that invite viewers to consider how space shapes personal and collective experience.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParatrooper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a recurring motif in Do Ho Suh’s career, exploring themes of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eidentity, displacement and the collective.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Individual vs. The Collective:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The parachute is often composed of \"threads of connection\"—representing the thousands of people (family, friends, ancestors) who support an individual. The paratrooper represents the artist himself (or any \"nomadic\" person) being \"dropped\" into a new environment (like Suh moving from Korea to New York\/London).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe Red Thread: In East Asian culture, the \"Red Thread of Fate\" symbolises a predestined connection between people. For Suh, these red lines represent In-Yeon (the Korean concept of providence or fate) and the \"karmic\" ties that bind us to our past.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(Photographed in April 2026)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53264733897069,"sku":null,"price":2500.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/DoHoSuh_2.jpg?v=1777379440"},{"product_id":"heman-chong-the-printmaker-and-other-stories-2007","title":"Heman Chong, The Printmaker and Other Stories, 2007","description":"\u003cp\u003eSTPI 2 Colour screenprint\u003cbr\u003e23.5 x 20 cm (visible), 44 x 34 cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good, with foxing and mould visible throughout the work.\u003cbr\u003eEdition 16 out of 250.\u003cbr\u003eCertificate of Authenticity available.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHeman Chong (Singaporean, b. 1977) is a Singaporean artist, curator and writer whose multidisciplinary practice spans image, performance and text. His work is conceptually driven, often exploring how language, systems and everyday structures shape the way we understand the world. He studied at the Royal College of Art in London and has since developed an internationally recognised practice. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eChong’s works frequently draw from literature, archives and speculative narratives, examining themes such as time, memory, geopolitics and the circulation of knowledge. Moving across mediums including installation, painting and publishing, his practice sits at the intersection of art and research. He has exhibited widely at major institutions and biennales worldwide, and his works are held in prominent public collections including the Singapore Art Museum and international institutions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAcquired from STPI.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(Photographed in April 2026)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53264776659309,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/2-Heman-PrintMakers.jpg?v=1777378868"},{"product_id":"michael-lee-petronas-after-humans-2011","title":"Michael Lee, Petronas (After Humans), 2011","description":"\u003cp\u003eDigital print on Archival Matt paper\u003cbr\u003e52.5 x 45 cm (visible), 55 x 48 x 3 cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good, with foxing and mould visible throughout the work.\u003cbr\u003eEdition 1 of 15\u003cbr\u003eProof of Purchase available.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eMichael Lee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (Singaporean, b. 1972) is a contemporary artist, curator and publisher whose multidisciplinary practice explores urban memory, architecture and the idea of loss. He studied in the United States, earning a BFA from the University of Texas and an MFA from Hunter College, New York, and has since developed an internationally recognised practice. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eLee’s works often take the form of installations, models, texts and diagrams, translating personal and collective histories into visual structures. His practice reflects an interest in how cities are built, remembered and transformed over time, often merging fiction with documentation. He has exhibited widely across Asia, Europe and the United States, and is also active as a curator and publisher, contributing to contemporary discourse through both exhibitions and writing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcquired from a Valentine Willie Fine Arts exhibition in 2011.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(Photographed in April 2026)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53264831316333,"sku":null,"price":1000.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/MichaelLee_2.jpg?v=1777380501"},{"product_id":"tim-sullivan-dutch-boy-tomato-2005","title":"Tim Sullivan, Dutch Boy-Tomato, 2005","description":"\u003cp\u003eChromogenic Print\u003cbr\u003e78 x 98 cm (visible) 80 x 100 x 8 cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good, with foxing and mould visible throughout the work.\u003cbr\u003eEdition A\/P 2 of 5\u003cbr\u003eCertificate of Authenticity and Proof of Purchase available.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"117\"\u003eThe Tim Sullivan Show\u003c\/em\u003e in 2008 was the first time the artist showed in Asia, presenting the full edition of his evocative photographs previously exhibited at the 2006 California Biennial organised by the Orange County Museum of Art.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSullivan’s photographs are a playful combination of images of popular culture and metaphysical symbols of high culture. The artist has always been concerned with the exploration of the self-critical tendency within modern art; however, the appeal of his work lies in his ingenious ability to translate complex, multi-layered ideas and aesthetic discourses into humorous, seemingly light-hearted visual images. As an intricate visual reference to the nature of modern art, Sullivan’s work provides an intriguing introduction to conceptual art and appropriation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAcquired from Collectors Contemporary in 2008.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(Photographed in April 2026)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53264843243885,"sku":null,"price":1500.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/TimSullivan_1.jpg?v=1777458115"},{"product_id":"sherman-ong-monsoon-the-mechanics-of-rain-mobility-and-intervention-2006","title":"Sherman Ong, Monsoon: The Mechanics of Rain, Mobility and Intervention, 2006","description":"\u003cp\u003eDigital print on archival photopaper\u003cbr\u003e42 x 62  cm (visible), 60 x 78 x 1 cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good, with foxing and mould visible throughout the work.\u003cbr\u003eEdition unknown\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eSherman Ong\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (Singaporean, b. 1979) is a contemporary artist and filmmaker whose multidisciplinary practice spans photography, film and installation. He studied at LASALLE College of the Arts and later at the University for the Creative Arts in the United Kingdom. His works often centre on portraiture and storytelling, exploring identity, migration and the complexities of contemporary society through both still and moving image.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOng’s practice is shaped by an interest in human relationships and the environments people inhabit, often blurring the line between documentary and constructed narratives. His works have been exhibited internationally, including at major biennales and film festivals, and are recognised for their sensitive engagement with social realities and lived experiences across different cultural contexts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis print was an unsigned gift by Sherman Ong to Substation for Auction.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(Photographed in April 2026)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53270050406765,"sku":null,"price":1500.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/2-ShermanOng.jpg?v=1777459052"},{"product_id":"weixin-quek-chong-exponential-taxonomies-specimen-6-2015","title":"Weixin Quek Chong, Exponential Taxonomies Specimen 6, 2015","description":"\u003cp\u003eCopper plate etching on paper\u003cbr\u003e39 x 30 cm (visible), 49 x 40 cm (framed)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good, with foxing and mould visible throughout the work.\u003cbr\u003eEdition 1 of 5\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eWeixin Quek Chong\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (Singaporean, b. 1988) is a contemporary artist whose practice spans printmaking, installation and research-based work. She studied at LASALLE College of the Arts and later completed her MA in Printmaking at the Royal College of Art in London. Working nomadically between Singapore and Europe, her practice explores sensorial experience, material transformation and the shifting boundaries between bodies, environments and systems. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHer work often examines constructed binaries and the ways in which forms—both organic and artificial—mutate, adapt and evolve over time. Drawing from historical references, scientific imagery and material processes, she creates tactile, layered works that question how meaning is assigned and how knowledge is produced. Through this approach, Chong builds a visual language that is both analytical and intuitive, engaging with themes of perception, identity and transformation. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eIn this series, Chong uses traditional printmaking techniques such as copperplate etching and lithography to “document” plants, referencing how 18th-century explorers used similar methods to categorise and possess nature. The works adopt the visual language of botanical specimens, yet their deep blacks and intricate linework push the forms into something slightly unfamiliar, where organic subjects appear both precise and subtly alien.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExhibited at Art Stage Singapore in 2015.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(Photographed in April 2026)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Again","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53270176629101,"sku":null,"price":1800.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/4159\/2941\/files\/1-ChongWeiXinCloseUp.jpg?v=1777459503"}],"url":"https:\/\/artagain.co\/collections\/malaysia-collection.oembed?page=3","provider":"Art Again","version":"1.0","type":"link"}