Lim Tze Peng

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About the artwork

Lim Tze Peng's "乐善存心" (Lè shàn cún xīn), or "Be Kind and Generous," is a vibrant masterpiece that embodies the warmth and vitality of compassion. Set against a lush green background, the artist's bold, expressive brushstrokes bring the Chinese characters to life, exuding a sense of serenity and balance. The strategic use of yellow accents infuses the piece with a sense of warmth and optimism. The dynamic composition, infused with colour, invites viewers to embrace altruism, finding inner peace and inspiring a world of harmony.

About the artist

Born in Singapore in 1921, Lim Tze Peng is one of Singapore’s most significant artists and a living legend. Renowned for his Chinese ink creations of post-independence Singapore, he also practices Chinese calligraphy. Alongside local and international exhibitions, his masterpieces are exhibited in prominent Singapore institutions and part of many prestigious collections. Lim has been bestowed several awards including the Special Prize at the Commonwealth Art Exhibition in England in 1977 and the prestigious Cultural Medallion in Singapore in 2003. In May 2012, he broke records with the sale of his works at a Christies auction in Hong Kong.