Sarkasi Said

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About the artwork

In Sarkasi Said's "Gracious Gift," a cluster of orchids, their petals a rich shade of magenta, takes center stage, their graceful forms a quiet expression of love's tender beauty. The intricate details of the leaves and the textured background evoke a sense of tranquility, like a secret garden where whispered promises bloom. The artist's use of color and light creates a sense of ethereal beauty, as if the flowers are releasing a subtle fragrance, filling the air with a delicate perfume. This piece invites viewers to pause and appreciate the quiet elegance of these blossoms, a reminder that love's most precious gifts are often found in the simplest of moments. It is a celebration of nature's gentle grace, a whispered reminder of love's enduring presence.

About the artist

Sarkasi Said (1940-2021), better known as Tzee, is a Singaporean batik painter, the 2020 recipient of the Cultural Medallion and a Guinness World Record for the world’s longest batik painting in 2003. Sarkasi Said is known for his unconventional wax-resisting technique, bold use of colors and depictions of nature. By employing abstract and modern techniques, Sarkasi portrays vibrant and intricate decorative elements in his works. Dedicated to his artistic pursuit for almost 60 years, Sarkasi is regarded by many Singapore visual artists as the pioneer of local batik paintings.Sarkasi’s ‘Singapore orchid’ batik design was selected by the National Trades Union Congress for the Singapore Dress in the 1970s. During this period, he was known as the “Baron of Batik”.
Sarkasi has also served on committees for the National Arts Council, Malay Museum Committee, and the Modern Art Society. A recipient of Pingat APAD (Angkatan Pelukis Aneka Daya) in 1974, his other awards include the Best Foreign Entry in the Sarasota Art Exhibition in the United States (1981), First Prize (Abstract) in the 8th UOB Painting of the Year (1989) and the Berita Harian Pioneer Generation Achiever Awards (2015).