LOT 9
RAPHAEL SCOTT AHBENG
B. Sarawak, 1939 – 2019
Seraya, 2012
Oil on board
45 x 30 cm
Private Collection, Sabah
Signed and dated “RSA ‘12 SERAYA” on lower right
RM 1,200 – 2,800
Seraya by Raphael Scott Ahbeng captures the beauty of Borneo’s natural landscapes, a recurring theme in the artist’s work. Known for his abstracted depictions of nature, Ahbeng presents Seraya with bold brushstrokes and rich, earthy tones that evoke the essence of the tropical rainforest. The piece is named after the seraya tree, native to Southeast Asia, and reflects Ahbeng’s deep connection to the environment, blending organic forms with a distinctive modernist style.