LOT 80
KHALIL IBRAHIM
B. Kelantan, 1934
Pantai Irama, 1970
Signed and dated “Khalil Ibrahim 70” on lower left
Illustrated on the “KHALIL IBRAHIM The Art Journey” book sleeve
Illustrated on page 176 of “KHALIL IBRAHIM The Art Journey” exhibition book published in 2015 by KL Lifestyle Art Space
Comes with a certificate signed by the artist
Acrylic on canvas
92 x 120 cm
Private Collection, Kuala Lumpur
RM 90,000 – 150,000
This masterpiece by Khalil is probably one of the earliest rendition of the East Coast series. With the renowned East Coast figures being the preferred theme and hallmark for Khalil Ibrahim, we are presented with a mesmerising acrylic piece of colourful hypnotising mean and women moving across the canvas seen through the gaps in the wooden walls (plank walls) of a typical kampung wooden house.
The employment of bright, enlivening colours creates an overall enthusiastic and energetic mood. Silhouettes of various individuals are situated mainly in the center, where Khalil’s penchant for the human body is exhibited – he paints the curves, contours and forms expertly.