Lot 42 | 18 August 2024

 

 

LOT 42

DULLAH

B. Indonesia, 1919 – 1996

Young Woman

Oil on canvas

35 x 30 cm

Private Collection, USA

Signed “Dullah” on lower right

RM 12,000 – 18,000

Dullah was a prominent Indonesian painter renowned for his naturalistic portraits and landscapes. A student of art masters Affandi and Sudjojono, he played a crucial role in documenting the Indonesian Revolution through his powerful artwork. Dullah’s talent was recognized by President Sukarno, who appointed him as the official palace painter. Beyond his artistic contributions, he was also an educator and a dedicated advocate for Indonesian art.