LOT 17
CHUAH SEOW KENG
B. Kelantan, 1945
Village in Penang, 1970’s
Batik
55 x 86 cm
Private Collection, Canada
Signed “S.Keng” on lower right
RM 2,500 – 5,000
Known as one of Malaysia’s leading artists, Chuah Seow Keng is popular for his batik and watercolour paintings. Born in 1945 in Kelantan, Malaysia, Seow Keng now makes his home in Penang. In 1968 he was awarded a scholarship to study at the Suddeutsche Kunststoff-Zentrum in Wurzburg, Germany. Seow Keng was exposed to the art of batik painting by his father, the renowned artist Chuah Thean Teng, who pioneered batik painting as a fine art form. Chuah Seow Keng’s artworks often delve into cultural narratives and personal experiences. Through his batik creations, he captures moments of cultural significance, depicting traditional ceremonies, scenes of everyday life, or symbolic motifs that reflect his cultural heritage. His art becomes a visual narrative, inviting viewers to explore and appreciate the diverse and rich tapestry of cultural identities. In this painting, Seow Keng displays his skills in batik as splashes of bright colours form a picturesque village scene.