Frame size: H:72 x W:54 x D:4.5 cm
Born in Singapore, Lim Mu Hue (1936-2008) graduated from Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts in 1955. From 1960 to 1969, Lim taught at his alma mater, and in the 1970s he worked as an art editor for Nanyang Siang Pau. Since 1957, Lim had participated in more than 15 exhibitions, including eight solo exhibitions in Singapore, Malaysia, China, Japan and Hong Kong. In 1966, together with five other artists, Lim was part of the ‘6-Man Woodcut Exhibition’, the first exhibition dedicated to the medium in Singapore.‘Chinese Puppet Theatre’ shows the backstage of a puppet theatre as puppeteers prepare for the next show. An excellent draughtsman, Lim’s skill in drawing translates into his ability to capture exceptionally fine details in his woodcuts and this can be seen in the puppets hanging from the ceiling, the stage set and floor mats.
