Lot 8 | 27 October 2024

 

 

LOT 8

RAPHAEL SCOTT AHBENG

B. Sarawak, 1939 – 2019

Sugar Mountain II, 2014

Oil on canvas

114 x 85 cm

Private Collection, Canada

Signed, dated, and titled on lower right

RM 4,000 – 8,000

Sugar Mountain II by Sarawakian artist Raphael Scott Ahbeng is a powerful abstract landscape, capturing the essence of Borneo’s natural beauty. Known for his bold, expressive brushstrokes, Ahbeng uses sweeping lines and vibrant colors to depict a mountain, blending hues of blue, grey and earthy tones. His abstracted style transforms the landscape into a dramatic visual experience, reflecting his deep connection to the rugged terrain and mystical aura of his homeland.