LOT 86
YUSOF GHANI
B. Johor, 1950
Siri Tari IV, 1988
Oil on canvas
104 x 140 cm
Private Collection, Kuala Lumpur
Signed, titled with year and dimensions on the verso. Illustrated on page 64 of the Malaysian Contemporary Art Book – Aliya and Farouk Khan Collection published in 2010.
RM 220,000 – 350,000
In Siri Tari IV, Ghani employs expressive brushwork and dynamic compositions to capture the essence of dance, reflecting both personal and universal narratives. The painting showcases his exploration of abstraction and figuration, influenced by his studies in the United States and his Malaysian heritage. This work, along with others in the series, highlights Ghani’s ability to convey complex emotions and social commentary through visual art. This series delves into themes of movement, identity, and cultural expression, drawing inspiration from dance as a metaphor for the human experience.