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About the artwork
Lim Tze Peng's black ink calligraphy of "福 (fú)" honors the rich tradition of Chinese calligraphy while showcasing his distinct artistic voice. The character, a cornerstone of auspicious wishes, is rendered with a boldness and fluidity that is characteristic of his style. This piece serves as a bridge between cultural heritage and individual artistic expression, conveying a timeless blessing in a unique visual language.
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.