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About the artwork
From an aerial view, we see wooden bumboats gracefully docked along the shore, each one telling its own story. Lim’s choice of color is particularly striking; the reflections on the water dance with life, adding a layer of depth that pulls us in. It’s as if we can almost hear the laughter, the chatter, and the sounds of the city mingling with the gentle lapping of the water. This painting invites us not just to observe but to feel—to immerse ourselves in the lively heartbeat of Singapore's cultural and commercial heart. In its beauty, it reminds us of the stories, traditions, and connections that make this place truly special.
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.