LOT 48
LIM CHENG HOE
B. China, 1912 – 1979
The Solitary Sampan, 1969
Watercolour on paper
33 x 42 cm
Private Collection, Kuala Lumpur
Signed on lower left. Signed, dated and titled on the verso
RM 12,000 – 25,000
“The Solitary Sampan,” painted by Lim Cheng Hoe in 1969, captures the serene beauty of Singapore’s traditional watercraft amidst the bustling urban landscape. In this masterpiece, Lim Cheng Hoe skillfully portrays a lone sampan gracefully navigating the tranquil waters, juxtaposed against the backdrop of modern skyscrapers and bustling harbor activity. Through meticulous brushwork and a harmonious colour palette, Lim Cheng Hoe invites viewers to contemplate the coexistence of tradition and progress, reflecting upon Singapore’s rich cultural heritage amid itsrapid urbanization during the late 20th century.