Siauw Tik Kwie, Still Life with Apples and Chrysanthemums, 1973

Oil on canvas
61.5 cm x 88 (visible), 72 x 99 x 4.5 cm (framed)
Condition: Very good, surface accretion

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Siauw Tik Kwie (Indonesian, 1913–1988), also known as Otto Suastika, was a prominent Indonesian realist painter born in Surakarta (Solo), Central Java.

Siauw Tik Kwie's oeuvre encompasses landscapes, still lifes, figures, and genre scenes, often rendered in oil on canvas or board. His works are characterised by their meticulous detail and vibrant colour palette, capturing the essence of Indonesian life and scenery. 

Beyond painting, Siauw Tik Kwie made significant contributions to Indonesian comics. He was the creator of the legendary comic strip Sie Djien Koei, which gained widespread popularity. His dual talents in fine art and illustration have left a lasting impact on Indonesia's cultural landscape.

(Photographed in April 2025)