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Pounding Rice

A vibrant depiction of Balinese village life featuring women pounding rice by the pioneering Nanyang artist Chen Chong Swee, capturing a communal moment that invites you to explore this masterpiece for your collection.

Discover Chen Chong Swee (1910-1986), a pioneering Singaporean watercolourist & Nanyang artist. Explore his realist landscapes, local themes & Chinese ink painting style. View works on OriginalUniqueArt!

Giclée / Kunstafdruk

Giclée- of canvasafdruk van museumkwaliteit met snelle productie en flexibele afwerkingsopties. (Switch to hand made Painting Switch to hand made PaintingSwitch to Image Switch to Image)

P118B $10
P118H $10
P118W $10
P438Z $10
P508JH $12
P508YH $12
P805H $10
P805Z $10
P919BZ $10
P919G $10
P919XJ $10
P959ZH $10
P968JZ $12
W106C $8
W218G $10
W218JH $8
W218Y $10
W307PJ $10
W316G $10
W316PJ $8
W316Y $10
W398PJ $8
W4111J $10
W500HY $15
W500JH $15
W692G $12
W849H $8
W940BG $15
W953PJ $8

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U kunt uw eigen afmetingen opgeven om in een specifieke lijst of ruimte te passen. Als de door u gekozen maat niet overeenkomt met de proporties van het originele kunstwerk, zullen wij de afbeelding bijsnijden of uitbreiden met een gespiegelde of effen rand. Een digitaal mockup wordt ter goedkeuring naar u verzonden voordat de productie begint.
Houd er rekening mee dat de preview op het scherm de werkelijke bijsneding of uitbreiding niet weergeeft. Alleen de mockup toont de uiteindelijke compositie nauwkeurig.
Hoewel aangepaste maten beschikbaar zijn, raden wij aan een afmeting uit de vooraf bepaalde lijst te kiezen om de originele proporties te behouden.

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$ 80

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Pounding Rice

Giclée / Kunstafdruk

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Eindtotaal

$ 80

Snelle feiten

  • Dimensions: 2420 x 1170 cm
  • Movement: Nanyang Style
  • Year: 1985
  • Artistic style: Nanyang watercolor/ink wash
  • Artist: Chen Chong Swee
  • Notable elements or techniques: Western watercolour with Chinese composition

Beschrijving verzamelobject

A Symphony of Village Life: The Soul of Nanyang Art

In the gentle strokes of Chen Chong Swee’s masterpiece, Pounding Rice, we are transported far from the frenetic pace of modern existence into a serene, rhythmic moment of communal harmony. This evocative painting serves as a window into the heart of Southeast Asian life, capturing a scene that is as much about the spirit of togetherness as it is about the labor of the harvest. The composition breathes with the vitality of a village in motion; women move with practiced grace around large bowls and poles, their silhouettes intertwined with the daily rituals of sustenance. A small child and a watchful dog wander through the periphery, adding layers of domestic warmth and unscripted life to the canvas. It is a scene that does not merely depict work, but celebrates the very pulse of a community bound by tradition.

The brilliance of this work lies in its seamless fusion of disparate worlds—a hallmark of the legendary Nanyang Style. Chen Chong Swee, a pioneer who bridged the rigorous discipline of Chinese ink wash traditions with the fluid, luminous possibilities of Western watercolor techniques, creates a visual language that is uniquely Singaporean and Southeast Asian. Through his masterful use of light and delicate washes, he achieves a sense of atmospheric depth that makes the tropical setting feel palpable. The technique allows for a certain translucency, where the edges of figures seem to merge softly with their environment, suggesting that the people and the land are one inseparable entity. For the discerning collector or interior designer, this piece offers a sophisticated balance of structural clarity and ethereal softness.

Beyond its technical prowess, Pounding Rice carries a profound emotional resonance that makes it a timeless addition to any curated space. There is a deep-seated nostalgia embedded in the imagery—a longing for a simpler, more connected era of human interaction. The rhythmic repetition of the pounding motion, suggested through the artist's careful placement of objects like bowls, cups, and spoons, creates a visual cadence that is almost musical. This painting does not demand attention through loud colors or jarring contrasts; instead, it invites the viewer into a contemplative state, offering a sense of peace and groundedness. It is an ideal centerpiece for a room designed for reflection, providing a sophisticated touch of cultural heritage and a soulful connection to the enduring beauty of the human spirit.