LOT 80
ANTHONIE CHONG
B. Perak, 1971
Male Portrait, 1995
Oil on canvas
51 x 37 cm
Private Collection, Kuala Lumpur
Signed and dated “A.Chong ‘95” on lower left
RM 2,500 – 3,000
Antonie Chong is a respected Malaysian artist known for his expressive portraits and figurative works that reveal a deep understanding of character and human emotion. Working primarily in oil, he combines strong draughtsmanship with a confident handling of colour and texture, creating compositions that are both visually compelling and psychologically engaging.
Male Portrait painted in 1995 exemplifies Chong’s ability to capture the individuality and presence of his subject. Through carefully observed features and nuanced brushwork, the artist conveys a sense of dignity, introspection, and quiet strength. The rich application of oil paint and subtle tonal modelling lend the work depth and vitality, drawing the viewer into the sitter’s world.