LOT 42
JIMMY ONG
B. Singapore, 1964
Study of Old Masters “Michelangelo”
Charcoal on paper
31.5 x 24 cm (set of 3 artworks)
Private Collection, Kuala Lumpur
CICADA Gallery of Fine Arts label on the verso of each artwork states: Artist: Jimmy Ong, Title: “Study of Old Masters- Michelangelo”, Size: 31.5 x 24 cm, Media: Charcoal on Paper. Embossed “study after old masters” on lower left and written in pencil “Michelangelo” on lower center.
RM 12,000 – 25,000
Renowned for his masterful draughtsmanship, Jimmy Ong is among Singapore’s most respected contemporary artists, celebrated for his expressive charcoal works that explore the human condition. His drawings reveal an exceptional understanding of anatomy, form, and emotion, reflecting a lifelong commitment to the discipline of figure drawing.
This set of three charcoal studies pays homage to Michelangelo, one of the greatest masters of the Renaissance. Drawing inspiration fromMichelangelo’s celebrated figures, Ong examines the expressive potential of the human body through dynamic lines, tonal contrasts, and meticulous modelling. The works demonstrate both technical precision and artistic sensitivity, highlighting the artist’s deep appreciation for the enduring legacy of classical art.