LOT 25
MOHD YUSRI SULAIMAN
B. Perak, 1977
The Observer, 2016
Signed and dated “Yusri 16” on lower right
Artist, title, date, medium and dimension inscribed on the verso
Acrylic on canvas
160 x 120 cm
Provenance Private Collection, Kuala Lumpur
The work of Yusri Sulaiman is a self-reflection; he expresses his thoughts, beliefs, emotions, and motivations through the medium of acrylic. His works act as a metaphor for his life; from childhood to adulthood, he is inspired by himself as a shy boy, rebellious youth and finally a confident family man. Perhaps the tigers, a powerful animal living in solitude, and symbol of courage and guardians against evil spirits, echo the artist’s subconscious intentions and ambitions of his life.