LOT 36
NIZAR KAMAL ARIFFIN
B. Pahang, 1964
Dalang Series – Siri Dunia Berbisik 2, 2015
Acrylic on canvas
122 x 122 cm
Private Collection, Kuala Lumpur
Signed and dated “Nizar 2015” on lower center
RM 15,000 – 30,000
Celebrated for his intellectually rigorous and meticulously structured abstractions, Pahang born artist Nizar Kamal Ariffin has built a distinguishedreputation for using geometric precision to explore complex themes of human nature, societal order, and political dynamics. This deeply philosophical approach is masterfully articulated in his 2015 work, Dalang Series: Siri Dunia Berbisik 2. Nizar utilizes his signature vocabulary of sharp, intersecting lines, layered geometric grids, and a highly sophisticated colour palette to symbolize the unseen forces, manipulations, and quiet dialogues that shape our socio political landscape. The complex, labyrinthine composition creates a vibrant tension, suggesting a world operating under hidden directions and whispered narratives. By balancing flawless technical control with a profound conceptual depth, Dalang Series: Siri Dunia Berbisik 2 stands as a captivating visual metaphor for the intricacies of power and human perception, transforming a stark abstract canvas into a powerful commentary on the modern world.