Singapore River
The Singapore River was one of Lim Tze Peng's favourite muses. This painting was the subject of NTU Museum's inaugural exhibition in 2008
Year: 2008
Material: Chinese Ink on Paper
Dimensions: 146 x 366cm
Location: NTU Museum storage
Lim Tze Peng is acclaimed for his unique style of ink painting, which boasts rich brushwork and tonal details, often seen as a representation of the Nanyang Style in the ink medium. One of Lim's favourite muses is the iconic Singapore River, painting its vibrant and rustic charm countless times with each portrayal capturing a different facet of its allure.
Singapore River revisits a familiar theme of the long lost cityscape of the riverside. This rendition of Singapore River is almost twice as big as his previous versions, with less attention paid to details and more expressive brushwork. Although not a new subject matter, Llim Tze Peng manages to provide a fresh visual experience.
This artwork was donated by Lim Tze Peng to the NTU Arts & Heritage Museum during the museum's launch on 20 October 2008. Inroads: Lim Tze Peng's New Ink Work was the museum's inaugural exhibition.
Artist: Lim Tze Peng
Lim Tze Peng was born in 1921 and earned acclaim as a Singaporean artist. A former school principal who retired in the early 1980s, Lim was bestowed the prestigious Cultural Medallion by the Singapore government in 2003. Transitioning from teaching to painting, his career flourished with notable exhibitions. From landscape paintings of old Chinatown to abstract calligraphic expressions, Lim's artistry evolved through the years and his passion persists even as a centenarian.
Artist bio adapted from LimTzePeng100.com
More about Lim Tze Peng on NLB Resource Guide
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