Lot 117
Chung Chen Sun, Dr.
b. Malacca, 1935
Untitled
signed and with one seal of the artist
(lower right)
Chinese ink and colour on paper
136 x 68cm
PROVENANCE
Private collection, Kuala Lumpur
♦ PINKGUY Conservation Framing for this lot
ESTIMATE RM 20,000 – 36,000
PRICE REALISED RM 20,160.00 |
Dr. Chung Chen Sun sought to express good fortune, enlivened through the forms of birds. The varied elements are carefully composed, in a style that reflects his mastery of lines and effects. In Chinese culture, herons are known to symbolise longevity and peace.
Dr. Chung Chen Sun founded Malaysian Institute of Art (MIA) in 1967. He established the International Contemporary Ink Painting Association in 1982. He devoted his time here and worked tirelessly to modernise Chinese ink painting and to promote the development of Malaysian Chinese culture and facilitate international exchanges. A graduate from Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts Singapore, his works have been showcased in international exhibitions held in more than 20 countries. He is considered one of the world’s 100 important Chinese artists and is also listed as being in the top 50 artists by the China National Academy of Fine Arts. His solo exhibition Background was held at PINKGUY art gallery in 2018. |
