LOT 74
KELVIN CHAP
B. Indonesia, 1975
Untitled, 2016
Oil on canvas
79 x 59 cm
Private Collection, Kuala Lumpur
Signed and dated “Kelvin Chap, 2016” on lower left
RM 2,000 – 5,000
Kelvin Chap’s deliberate manipulation of light and shadow heightens the drama within his compositions. In his skilled hands, light becomes a metaphorical force, illuminating and obscuring, revealing and concealing. Shadows dance across his canvases, evoking a sense of mystery and intrigue, as if beckoning viewers into uncharted territories of the mind. This interplay of light and shadow creates a dynamic tension within his artworks, urging viewers to question the boundaries of perception and the malleability of reality. Beyond his mastery of technique, Chap’s artworks exude a profound philosophical undercurrent. He delves into existential themes, exploring the complexities of human existence and the elusive nature of truth.