Artist
Christina Chan
b. Perak, 1961
Description
Christina Chan's presents an evocative scene of rustic charm and subtle beauty. The composition showcases an aged, weather-worn wall with peeling paint and exposed brickwork, suggesting a long history and the passage of time. Adding a touch of life and contrast to the otherwise muted and earthy tones of the wall, a vibrant bouquet of flowers in shades of white and pink. The flowers, lush and full, stand out against the decaying backdrop, symbolizing resilience and the persistence of beauty in unexpected places. Chan’s textured brushstrokes and careful attention to detail create a rich, tactile quality that enhances the painting’s nostalgic and tranquil atmosphere.
Christina Chan is a Malaysian fine art painter who works with acrylics on canvas and watercolors on paper. She graduated from the Malaysian Institute of Art in 1984 and taught at the same institution for nearly a decade before co-founding the Montage Art Centre in Kuala Lumpur. Her art focuses on exploring the concepts of age, decay, and life, using contrasting textures and color schemes to contrast her subjects with the passage of time. She travels the world to gain inspiration and currently resides and works in Kuala Lumpur and Penang, Malaysia.
Medium
Oil on Canvas
Dimension in cm (W x H)
39.5 x 50 | frame: 67 x 77