LOT 70
RAPHAEL SCOTT AHBENG
B. Sarawak, 1939
Break of Day, 2001
Signed and dated “RSA ‘01 break of day” on lower right
Mixed media on board
90 x 60 cm
Provenance
Private Collection, Kuala Lumpur
RM 5,000 – RM 9,000
Nature and landscapes are two things that Raphael Scott AhBeng holds dear to his heart. In classic AhBeng style, he expresses his love for the solitary environments with a stunning painting of the city of Kuching. “Painting is a way of expressing my feelings. I like to paint good things that give viewers a good feeling, and make them think and feel rejuvenated,” said AhBeng. That seems evident in this piece as he does incite the soothing and calm atmosphere that seems to emanate from his beloved hometown, Sarawak. With intense colouring and bold strokes, the display of the forms and colours instantaneously create an aura calmness and comfort while being close to nature at the same time.