LOT 69
KHALIL IBRAHIM
B. Kelantan, 1934 – 2018
Nude Portrait of an Australian Lady, 1994
Charcoal and acrylic on paper
76 x 56 cm
Private Collection, Kuala Lumpur
Signed and dated “Khalil Ibrahim ‘94” on lower right
RM 19,000 – 25,000
Khalil Ibrahim, a Malaysian artist renowned for his diverse repertoire, delves into the realm of figuration with his compelling work, “Nude Portrait of an Australian Lady.” This piece, executed in charcoal in 1994, marks a departure from his often explored landscapes and coastal scenes. The portrait presents a study in contrast. The starkness of the charcoal medium lends a sense of intimacy and vulnerability to the subject. Ibrahim’s masterful handling of light and shadow creates a chiaroscuro effect, emphasizing the contours of the woman’s body. The artist’s choice to focus on the nude form is a bold one, inviting a direct and unfiltered engagement with the subject.