Artwork Size

124 x 197.5 cm / 49 x 78 inches

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Artwork Medium

Acrylic Painting, Silkscreen Printing, Foiling and Silk Fabric Applique on Linen Canvas
Canvas Artwork has wire at back of frame for hanging.

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Artwork Description

This artwork features a scene of modern-day Boat Quay, a historical quay in Singapore; situated upstream from the mouth of the Singapore River. Today in Boat Quay, you can find quaint old Shophouses converted into restaurants and more modern skyscrapers towering in the background.

This piece celebrates the bustling heartbeat of the city - the activities that happened along the river, then and now. The Chinoiserie pattern is a nod to the Chinese culture here in Singapore, which makes up the majority of the population.

In the waters of the river there are many layers of stories to be told. An old fishing net speaks about bygone days when fishermen used to stand along the water's edge. An old map speaks of the early days of river trade, a time in the 1800s, where this location was central to Singapore’s commercial activities and shipping businesses. The Raffles treaty is seen in the water - the signing of this treaty marked the beginning of Singapore as a British Settlement and trading post.

Blue & white porcelain patterns once again reflect the early days of trade. It is clear that this multifaceted artwork speaks of both the present day & history of Singapore.

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Artwork Viewing

Please email us to arrange for a studio appointment; in email please mention original artwork(s) you are interested in viewing.
For international clients, a video call (Zoom or Whatsapp) can be arranged.

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Shipping & Delivery

For local orders, delivery and installation can be arranged.

For international orders, canvas artworks will be taken off the frame and delivered rolled up in a sturdy cardboard tube. Framing instructions will be included, which can be taken to any framer.

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