
LOT 50
TAY MO LEONG, DATO’
B. Terengganu, 1967
Legong Dancers, 1980s
Watercolour on paper
75 x 56 cm
Signed “Tay Mo Leong” on lower left
PROVENANCE
Private Collection, Kuala Lumpur
RM 3,500 – 7,000
Dato’ Tay Mo Leong transports viewers to the enchanting world of Balinese culture and tradition. With masterful brushwork and a palette rich in vibrant colours, Tay Mo Leong captures the essence of the Legong Dance, a mesmerizing Balinese ceremonial performance. Each stroke of the brush conveys the dancer’s graceful movements and the rhythmic harmony of her gestures. Against a backdrop of azure skies and tranquil landscapes, the dancer comes to life, her vibrant costume and adorned accessories adding to the spectacle. Through this creation, Tay Mo Leong not only pays homage to Balinese heritage but also invites viewers to experience the timeless allure of this ancient dance form.