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About the artwork
The earthy tones of the market, filled with bustling life, evokes feelings of warmth, community, and cultural richness. In contrast, the cooler skies introduce a sense of calm and contemplation, grounding the frenetic energy of the marketplace beneath. This can symbolize the duality of urban life—where the warmth of community thrives even under the vast, sometimes impersonal sky. It beautifully encapsulates the spirit of Chinatown, a place where the warmth of human connection shines brightly against the backdrop of a constantly changing world.
About the artist
Born in Singapore in 1921, Lim Tze Peng is one of Singapore’s most significant artists and a living legend. Renowned for his Chinese ink creations of post-independence Singapore, he also practices Chinese calligraphy. Alongside local and international exhibitions, his masterpieces are exhibited in prominent Singapore institutions and part of many prestigious collections. Lim has been bestowed several awards including the Special Prize at the Commonwealth Art Exhibition in England in 1977 and the prestigious Cultural Medallion in Singapore in 2003. In May 2012, he broke records with the sale of his works at a Christies auction in Hong Kong.