Seaside

Born in Fujian Province, Liu Kang (1911-2004) received his formal training in Shanghai Academy of Fine Art, where he was exposed to Chinese paintings. In 1928, he went to Paris where he was influenced by art movements such as Fauvism and Post-Impressionism. Not only was he one of Singapore’s pioneer artists, he was also a leading figure in the Society of Chinese Artists and the Singapore Art Society. In 1970, he was awarded the Public Service Star for his contributions in the field of art.An accomplished oil and pastel artist, this is a rare watercolour by Liu. This work is also rare on another account—the unusually heavy linework. The multi-tiered roof structure in the distance suggests that the location is Bali.

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