Breakfast

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.From 1928 to 1933, when Liu was in Paris, he was influenced by the major movements there, having access to the works of the masters in the museums. ‘Breakfast’ hints of Fauvist sensitivity in the choice of colour, form and design.

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