LOT 4
RAFIEE GHANI
B. Kedah, 1962
The Night Bazaar, 2017
Watercolour on paper
55 x 75 cm
Private Collection, Kuala Lumpur
Signed, titled, and dated “Rafiee Ghani The Night Bazaar, 2017” on lower left
RM 5,000 – 12,000
Rafiee Ghani’s The Night Bazaar (2017) is a vibrant, sensorial tapestry that captures the colours, energy, and atmosphere of Southeast Asia’s nocturnal marketplaces. Executed in his signature painterly style, the work is layered with rich textures and bold hues, evoking the rhythm of bustling crowds, fragrant spices, and glowing lanterns. Known for his expressive use of colour and form, Rafiee transforms a familiar cultural scene into an immersive visual experience that blurs the line between memory and imagination. A standout from his later series, this painting reflects Rafiee’s deep engagement with travel, culture, and the poetic beauty of everyday life.