LOT 25
CHOO KENG KWANG
B. Singapore, 1931 – 2019
Singapore Fishing Village, 1970’s
Batik
50 x 76 cm
Private Collection, Canada
Signed on lower right
RM 5,000 – 9,000
“Singapore Fishing Village” by Choo Keng Kwang is a captivating painting that captures the serene and nostalgic essence of traditional coastal life in Singapore. Choo, a renowned Singaporean artist, uses delicate brushstrokes and a harmonious color palette to depict a quaint fishing village, complete with rustic boats, wooden huts, and the tranquil sea. This artwork not only showcases Choo’s mastery in blending realism with impressionistic elements but also serves as a visual preservation of Singapore’s maritime heritage and the simple, hardworking lives of its fishermen.