Lot 032
KHALIL IBRAHIM
b. Kelantan, 1934
ABSTRACT, 1965
Signed and dated 'Khalil Ibrahim 65' (lower right)
Gouache on cardboard
42cm x 34cm
PROVENANCE
Private collection, Kuala Lumpur.
ESTIMATE RM 13,000 - 18,000
PRICE REALISED RM 29,307.20
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Abstract is a moving composition which pays homage to the tradition of Expressionist movements which encourages “the distortion of form and the deployment of strong colors”. The painting illustrates a lyrical convergence of organic and inorganic forms interlocked seamlessly into a unified whole. On close examination to the left, a figure is discernible and is portrayed lying on its back, with arms stretched out and tucked behind the head. The overlapping shapes are coloured in a variety of bold hues, imbued with dramatic shifts of light, with each tone revealing its particular weight, density, and luminosity.
The majestic landscapes and seascapes of Kelantan and Terengganu has always remained close to Khalil Ibrahim, who has achieved an illustrious career spanning more than 50 years. He received his National Diploma of Design in Fine Arts at the prestigious St Martin’s School of Art and Design, London in 1964. His recent solo exhibitions include Khalil Ibrahim The Art Journey (2015), A Tribute to Khalil Ibrahim (2011), Khalil Ibrahim - A Continued Dialogue, Galeri Petronas (2004) and The Spirit of the East Coast, Yayasan Seni Artisan, Kuala Lumpur (2001). His selected group exhibitions include X Biennale, Sao Paulo, Brazil (1971), Man & His World, Montreal Canada (1970), Expo 70, Osaka, Japan (1970), Nine Artists, “kunstgilde”, Bern Switzerland (1974), Contemporary Asian Art Show, Fukuoka Art Museum, Fukouka, Japan (1980) and International Asian - European Art Biennale, Ankara , Turkey (1990).
His works are acquired by renowned institutions such as Fukuoka Museum of Art, Japan, The Art Gallery of NSW, Sydney, The Victoria Gallery, Melbourne, Australia, Singapore Art Museum, Royal National Art Gallery of Jordan, Amman and National Art Gallery, Kuala Lumpur Malaysia.
REFERENCE
Khalil Ibrahim The Art Journey , KL Lifestyle Art Space, 2015.
A Tribute To Khalil Ibrahim , Purplehouz Fine Arts, Selangor, 2011.
http://www.theartstory.org/movement-expressionism.htm
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