Gog Sing Hooi, Clock Tower, Penang, Undated
Watercolour on paper
73 x 53 cm (visible), 85 x 106 x 3 cm (framed)
Condition: Fair, with foxing throughout the work.
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Gog Sing Hooi (Singaporean, 1933–1994) was one of Singapore's pioneering watercolourists, celebrated for his luminous depictions of the Singapore River, Chinatown, temples, and everyday street scenes. Working with a distinctive transparent watercolour technique, he captured the atmosphere and architectural heritage of a rapidly changing Singapore with remarkable clarity and sensitivity. His paintings are valued not only for their technical mastery but also as important visual records of the nation's urban history.
Beyond his artistic practice, Gog was an influential mentor and a driving force behind the establishment of the Singapore Watercolour Society, helping to shape the development of watercolour painting in Singapore. His works were exhibited widely across Asia, the Middle East, and the United States, and continue to be highly regarded by collectors for their enduring contribution to Singapore's artistic and cultural heritage.
Acquired from the President's Charity Art Exhibition in 1996.
Exhibited
The President's Charity Art Exhibition, Singapore, 1 October 1996.
(Photographed in June 2026)