LOT 47
YONG MUN SEN
B. Sarawak, 1896 – 1962
Palms, 1948
Watercolour on paper
38 x 56 cm
Private Collection, Sweden
Signed and dated “Mun Sen 1948” on lower left
RM 7,000 – 12,000
It’s quite impossible not to be immensely captivated by Yong Mun Sen’s artworks. They possess a certain quality to them that draws the viewers in and envelope them in the nostalgic landscapes, seascapes and figures that were his habitual subjects. Dubbed as the Father of Malaysian painting, the late Yong Mun Sen, born on Jan 10, 1896 was one of Malaysia’s pioneer artists. The country’s art scene is as vibrant and diverse as it is today due to his pertinent contributions. As one of the innovating self-taught artist, Yong left a strong legacy of watercolour and oils. The artist was born in a coconut estate in Kuching, Sarawak with the forename of Yen Lang. He could have settled for a life of ease, taking over the family business as a wealthy planter but he chose to answer the call of art.