Lim Tze Peng

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About the artwork

A rare palette of terracotta and soft pink infuses the scene with warmth and nostalgia. These hues extend beyond the charming shophouses, cascading across the skies and shimmering on the waters of the river. This unified color scheme creates a harmonious environment that beautifully reflects the vibrancy of Singapore’s rich heritage. Amidst the bleached skies above, the bumboats float gracefully on the tranquil surface of the river, embodying symbols of resilience and continuity in Singapore’s evolving narrative. Their presence evokes memories of a bustling past, where these vessels were vital to trade and daily life along the riverbanks.

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.