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Aug. 25, 2024
Fung Yow Chork (b. 1918 - 2013) Untitled, 1986
Est: RM1,500 - RM2,800
Yow Chork presents a remarkable rendition of the local landscape, enhanced with the treatment of light. His skill for creating poetic landscape compositions is evident here with the rustic faceted textures of the hillside portrayed with warmth and refinement. A gorgeous balance between the trees and rocky terrain on a beautiful sunlit day is recorded, filled with a sense of peace and comfort. Fung Yow Chork is considered one of the finest impressionists in the country. At the age of 13, he was taught by a teacher who had studied Impressionism in Japan. He befriended Professor Chung Pak Mook of the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore. Some of his solo exhibitions were held at The Art Gallery, Penang (1998), Rupa Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1983), Australian High Commission, Kuala Lumpur (1982), Chin Woo Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1981). He was awarded Second Prize, Merdeka Independence Trade Fair's Art and Photographic Exhibition (1957).
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Aug. 25, 2024
Fung Yow Chork (b. 1918 - 2013) 湖滨公园写生, 1997
Est: RM3,000 - RM5,500
Devoted to the theme of landscape and nature, Yow Chork presents his observations of the Perdana Botanical Lake Garden in KL captured with a sense of immediacy. Painted in the impressionist style, the scene is created with an earthy rustic palette and delicate brushwork reminiscent of a daydream. Glimmers of light is seen through the trees, while the overlapping shadows on the ground are modelled with loose strokes. Fung Yow Chork is considered one of the finest impressionists in the country. At the age of 13, he was taught by a teacher who had studied Impressionism in Japan. He befriended Professor Chung Pak Mook of the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore. Some of his solo exhibitions were held at The Art Gallery, Penang (1998), Rupa Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1983), Australian High Commission, Kuala Lumpur (1982), Chin Woo Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1981). He was awarded Second Prize, Merdeka Independence Trade Fair's Art and Photographic Exhibition (1957).
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Aug. 25, 2024
Fung Yow Chork (b. 1918 - 2013) 石山下放牧, 2004
Est: RM4,000 - RM7,000
A significant pioneer landscape artist, Fung Yow Chork depicts a harmonious and poetic impression of distant mountains and its magnificent peaks. The rocky surface of the mountain is complemented with tall vertical trees. In the distance, a herd of cattle could be seen beneath the mountains freely roaming. Yow Chork conveys the effects of warm light radiating over the terrain and cloud filled skies. Fung Yow Chork is considered one of the finest impressionists in the country. At the age of 13, he was taught by a teacher who had studied Impressionism in Japan. He befriended Professor Chung Pak Mook of the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore. Some of his solo exhibitions were held at The Art Gallery, Penang (1998), Rupa Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1983), Australian High Commission, Kuala Lumpur (1982), Chin Woo Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1981). He was awarded Second Prize, Merdeka Independence Trade Fair's Art and Photographic Exhibition (1957).
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Aug. 25, 2024
Fung Yow Chork (b. 1918 - 2013) 水塘远望, 1992
Est: RM3,500 - RM6,500
A significant pioneer landscape artist, Fung Yow Chork presents an immersive view of mountains in the impressionist style. The artist creates a harmonious balance of green shades, highlighting the soft contours of the trees and terrain. Yow Chork conveys the atmosphere of the landscape and skyline viewed from a distance. Fung Yow Chork is considered one of the finest impressionists in the country. At the age of 13, he was taught by a teacher who had studied Impressionism in Japan. He befriended Professor Chung Pak Mook of the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore. Some of his solo exhibitions were held at The Art Gallery, Penang (1998), Rupa Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1983), Australian High Commission, Kuala Lumpur (1982), Chin Woo Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1981). He was awarded Second Prize, Merdeka Independence Trade Fair's Art and Photographic Exhibition (1957).
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Aug. 25, 2024
Fung Yow Chork (b. 1918 - 2013) 陈氏书院, 2004
Est: RM2,500 - RM4,500
Fung Yow Chork is known as one of the nation's pioneer landscape painters. In this work, he captures the impression of the Chen Shi Shu Yuan Clan Ancestral Hall located in Petaling Street, Chinatown, Kuala Lumpur. It is a historical gem renowned for its architecture, with its distinctive jade green walls, intricate rooftop figurines and ornaments. Fung Yow Chork is considered one of the finest impressionists in the country. At the age of 13, he was taught by a teacher who had studied Impressionism in Japan. He befriended Professor Chung Pak Mook of the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore. Some of his solo exhibitions were held at The Art Gallery, Penang (1998), Rupa Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1983), Australian High Commission, Kuala Lumpur (1982), Chin Woo Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1981). He was awarded Second Prize, Merdeka Independence Trade Fair's Art and Photographic Exhibition (1957).
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Aug. 25, 2024
Fung Yow Chork (b. 1918 - 2013) 古城红屋, 1993
Est: RM3,000 - RM5,500
In the painting of the Red House, a historical structure and landmark built in 1650s by the Dutch, one notices the passage of time and a moment of solace and introspection in the atmosphere. The dense texture of paint is expressively applied by Yow Chork with the use of varying brushstrokes in the impressionist style. He employed the use of lush red and green colours to depict the buildings and trees. Fung Yow Chork is considered one of the finest impressionists in the country. At the age of 13, he was taught by a teacher who had studied Impressionism in Japan. He befriended Professor Chung Pak Mook of the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore. Some of his solo exhibitions were held at The Art Gallery, Penang (1998), Rupa Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1983), Australian High Commission, Kuala Lumpur (1982), Chin Woo Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1981). He was awarded Second Prize, Merdeka Independence Trade Fair's Art and Photographic Exhibition (1957).
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May. 19, 2024
Fung Yow Chork (b. 1918 - 2013) 山居的白铁屋, 1993
Est: RM4,000 - RM7,000
The artist Fung Yow Chork had devoted his paintings to the theme of local landscapes, translating the forms of nature through his deft brushstrokes. Executed in a refined colour palette, the artist draws attention to a village surrounded by mountains, rivers, and a variety of trees. It offers a glimpse into the peaceful and simple ways of living in the past. In the foreground, a tiny figure is washing clothing by the stream. Fung Yow Chork is considered one of the finest impressionists in the country. At the age of 13, he was taught by a teacher who had studied Impressionism in Japan. He befriended Professor Chung Pak Mook of the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore. Some of his solo exhibitions were held at The Art Gallery, Penang (1998), Rupa Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1983), Australian High Commission, Kuala Lumpur (1982), Chin Woo Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1981). He was awarded Second Prize, Merdeka Independence Trade Fair's Art and Photographic Exhibition (1957).
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Jan. 14, 2024
Fung Yow Chork (b. 1918 - 2013) Untitled, 1991
Est: RM3,500 - RM7,000
Fung Yow Chork captures the experience of a peaceful landscape along a curved pathway within the forest interior, expressed through a lush green palette. Rays of light radiate through the trees and branches, executed with refined brush strokes that adds texture resulting in subtle tonalities. Vertical trees and horizontals of the ground create visual interest and depth in the composition, showing a fine appreciation for nature. Fung Yow Chork is considered one of the finest impressionists in the country. At the age of 13, he was taught by a teacher who had studied Impressionism in Japan. He befriended Professor Chung Pak Mook of the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore. Some of his solo exhibitions were held at The Art Gallery, Penang (1998), Rupa Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1983), Australian High Commission, Kuala Lumpur (1982), Chin Woo Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1981). He was awarded Second Prize, Merdeka Independence Trade Fair's Art and Photographic Exhibition (1957).
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Oct. 01, 2023
Fung Yow Chork (b. 1918 - 2013) Port Klang, 1993
Est: RM5,000 - RM8,000
Fung Yow Chork is known for his outdoor landscapes of Malaysia. Port Klang depicts a rustic scene that captures the entrance to a jetty, focusing on the impression of boats and figures. The harbour and its surroundings are treated with earthy shades of brown colours, using delicate brushwork to enhance the peaceful surroundings. Fung Yow Chork is considered one of the finest impressionists in the country. At the age of 13, he was taught by a teacher who had studied Impressionism in Japan. He befriended Professor Chung Pak Mook of the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore. Some of his solo exhibitions were held at The Art Gallery, Penang (1998), Rupa Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1983), Australian High Commission, Kuala Lumpur (1982), Chin Woo Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1981). He was awarded Second Prize, Merdeka Independence Trade Fair's Art and Photographic Exhibition (1957).
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Jul. 09, 2023
FUNG YOW CHORK : Pasar Tani, 1959
Est: RM12,000 - RM25,000
Fung Yow Chork is considered one of the finest impressionists in the country. At the age of 13, he was taught by a teacher who had studied impressionism in Japan. He befriended Professor Chung Pak Mook of the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore. His solo exhibitions were held at The Art Gallery, Penang (1998), Rupa Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1983), Australian High Commission, Kuala Lumpur (1982), Chin Woo Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1981). He was awarded Second Prize, Merdeka Independence Trade Fair’s Art and Photographic Exhibition (1957). In this painting, the artist employed a rich palette comprising complementary colours and executed using refined strokes and impasto textures resulting in subtle tonalities.
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Jun. 25, 2023
Fung Yow Chork (b. 1918 - 2013) Batu Caves, 1993
Est: RM5,000 - RM9,000
Batu Caves shows Yow Chork's approach to capturing the changing effects of light and shadow in the local landscape. A sense of peace is reflected in this scene, as he highlights the magnificent silhouette of tall trees against the sky using dabs of colours consisting of various earthy shades. Rays of light radiate through the trees and foliage, executed with refined brush strokes that adds texture resulting in subtle tonalities. Vertical trees and horizontal vegetations on the ground create visual interest and depth in the composition, showing a fine appreciation for nature. Fung Yow Chork is considered one of the finest impressionists in the country. At the age of 13, he was taught by a teacher who had studied Impressionism in Japan. He befriended Professor Chung Pak Mook of the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore. Some of his solo exhibitions were held at The Art Gallery, Penang (1998), Rupa Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1983), Australian High Commission, Kuala Lumpur (1982), Chin Woo Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1981). He was awarded Second Prize, Merdeka Independence Trade Fair's Art and Photographic Exhibition (1957).
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May. 21, 2023
FUNG Yow Chork (Malaysian 1918-2013), 'Market Scene', Oil on Canvas, 53x70cm
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
FUNG, Yow Chork (Malaysian 1918-2013) 'Market Scene' Signed and dated 1959 lower right. Oil on Canvas 53x70cm
Davidson Auctions
Nov. 06, 2022
Fung Yow Chork (b. China, 1918 - 2013) Raintrees, 1993
Est: RM4,000 - RM7,000
This poetic landscape depicting rain trees captures the changing effects of light, using a rich palette consisting of complementary colours. The painting is executed with refined strokes and impasto textures resulting in subtle tonalities. Vertical trees and horizontals of the ground create visual interest and depth in the composition, showing an appreciation on nature. Fung Yow Chork is considered one of the finest impressionists in the country. At the age of 13, he was taught by a teacher who had studied impressionism in Japan. He befriended Professor Chung Pak Mook of the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore. His solo exhibitions were held at The Art Gallery, Penang (1998), Rupa Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1983), Australian High Commission, Kuala Lumpur (1982), Chin Woo Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1981). He was awarded Second Prize, Merdeka Independence Trade Fair's Art and Photographic Exhibition (1957).
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Jul. 17, 2022
Fung Yow Chork (b. China, 1918 - 2013) Malacca River, 1991
Est: RM4,000 - RM7,000
The iconic Malacca River scene illustrates a riverbank, painted in solid brushstrokes in earthy tones. The composition shows some boats resting on the riverbanks overlooking houses / shophouses on the other side. Fung Yow Chork has skilfully captured the serenity and the calmness of the surroundings in his oeuvre. Fung Yow Chork is considered one of the finest impressionists in the country. At the age of 13, he was taught by a teacher who had studied Impressionism in Japan. He befriended Professor Chung Pak Mook of the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore. Some of his solo exhibitions were held at The Art Gallery, Penang (1998), Rupa Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1983), Australian High Commission, Kuala Lumpur (1982), Chin Woo Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1981). He was awarded Second Prize, Merdeka Independence Trade Fair’s Art and Photographic Exhibition (1957).
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Dec. 05, 2021
Fung Yow Chork (b. China, 1918 - d. 2013) Malacca River, 2001
Est: RM6,000 - RM10,000
The exquisite Malacca river scene illustrates a riverbank, painted in solid brushstrokes in earthy colours of green and blue. The composition shows the upper plane of dwellings, and diagonal sections of moored boats on the river, emphasizing the connection between land and water. Fung Yow Chork has skilfully captured the serenity and the calmness of the surroundings. Fung Yow Chork is considered one of the finest impressionists in the country. At the age of 13, he was taught by a teacher who had studied Impressionism in Japan. He befriended Professor Chung Pak Mook of the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore. Some of his solo exhibitions were held at The Art Gallery, Penang (1998), Rupa Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1983), Australian High Commission, Kuala Lumpur (1982), Chin Woo Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1981). He was awarded Second Prize, Merdeka Independence Trade Fair’s Art and Photographic Exhibition (1957).
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Mar. 21, 2021
Fung Yow Chork (b. China, 1918 - d. 2013) Beautiful Landscape, 2004
Est: RM2,800 - RM5,000
This poetic landscape depicting trees captures the changing effects of light on nature, using a rich palette consisting of complementary colours. The painting is executed with refined strokes and impasto textures resulting in subtle tonalities. Vertical trees and horizontals of the ground create visual interest and depth in the composition, showing an appreciation of nature. Fung Yow Chork is considered one of the finest impressionists in the country. At the age of 13, he was taught by a teacher who had studied impressionism in Japan. He befriended Professor Chung Pak Mook of the Nanyang Academy of Fine Art, Singapore. His solo exhibitions were held at The Art Gallery, Penang (1998), Rupa Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1983), Australian High Commission, Kuala Lumpur (1982), Chin Woo Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1981). He was awarded Second Prize, Merdeka Independence Trade Fair’s Art and Photographic Exhibition (1957).
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Mar. 21, 2021
Fung Yow Chork (b. China, 1918 - d. 2013) A Day At Park, 1995
Est: RM3,500 - RM6,500
Beautifully illustrated in the scene is a well maintained park where people are seen enjoying afternoon walks under the green canopy of trees. One figure seen seated probably is reading a book while appreciating the beauty of nature to rest the eyes. As avid nature lover Fung Yow Chork has skilfully captured the serenity and the calmness of the landscape. Fung Yow Chork is considered one of the finest impressionists in the country. At the age of 13, he was taught by a teacher who had studied Impressionism in Japan. He befriended Professor Chung Pak Mook of the Nanyang Academy of Fine Art, Singapore. Some of his solo exhibitions were held at The Art Gallery, Penang (1998), Rupa Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1983), Australian High Commission, Kuala Lumpur (1982), Chin Woo Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1981). He was awarded Second Prize, Merdeka Independence Trade Fair’s Art and Photographic Exhibition (1957).
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Nov. 15, 2020
Fung Yow Chork (b. China, 1918 - d. 2013) Path, 1990
Est: RM2,500 - RM5,000
Illustrated here is an alluring scene of a deep green forest with a path that leads to even deeper part of the forest. Fung Yow Chork has skilfully captured the serenity and calmness of the landscape. His use of green hues palette and shades of brown suggesting trees trunks, branches, soils and dried leaves create a picturesque view of an otherwise monotonous setting, a testament to his artistic flair. Fung Yow Chork is considered one of the finest impressionists in the country. At the age of 13, he was taught by a teacher who had studied Impressionism in Japan. He befriended Professor Chung Pak Mook of the Nanyang Academy of Fine Art, Singapore. Some of his solo exhibitions were held at The Art Gallery, Penang (1998), Rupa Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1983), Australian High Commission, Kuala Lumpur (1982), Chin Woo Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1981). He was awarded Second Prize, Merdeka Independence Trade Fair’s Art and Photographic Exhibition (1957).
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Nov. 15, 2020
Fung Yow Chork (b. China, 1918 - d. 2013) Fishing Village, 1999
Est: RM2,500 - RM5,000
There are so many fishing villages in Malaysia. It is often isolated, and sited around a small natural harbour which provides a safe haven for a village fleet of fishing boats. On offer here is a classic example of a fishing village that is beautifully presented in the painters perspective. Pulau Ketam was one of his favourite painting sites. Fung Yow Chork is considered one of the finest impressionists in the country. At the age of 13, he was taught by a teacher who had studied Impressionism in Japan. He befriended Professor Chung Pak Mook of the Nanyang Academy of Fine Art, Singapore. Some of his solo exhibitions were held at The Art Gallery, Penang (1998), Rupa Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1983), Australian High Commission, Kuala Lumpur (1982), Chin Woo Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1981). He was awarded Second Prize, Merdeka Independence Trade Fair’s Art and Photographic Exhibition (1957).
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Aug. 23, 2020
Fung Yow Chork (b. China, 1918 - d. 2013) Untitled, 1996
Est: RM3,000 - RM6,000
Illustrated here is an alluring scene of a house in a deep green forest, a few figures can be seen lingering in front of the house. Perhaps there’s a celebration or just merely people visiting, people gathering. Fung Yow Chork has skilfully captured the serenity of the kampung house surrounded by nature. His use of a vibrant palette — consisting of light blue for the sky, shades of brown suggesting trees trunks and dried leaves, and few spots of red and yellow hues create a picturesque view of an otherwise monotonous setting, a testament to his artistic flair. Fung Yow Chork is considered one of the finest impressionists in the country. At the age of 13, he was taught by a teacher who had studied Impressionism in Japan. He befriended Professor Chung Pak Mook of the Nanyang Academy of Fine Art, Singapore. Some of his solo exhibitions were held at The Art Gallery, Penang (1998), Rupa Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1983), Australian High Commission, Kuala Lumpur (1982), Chin Woo Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1981). He was awarded Second Prize, Merdeka Independence Trade Fair’s Art and Photographic Exhibition (1957).
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Mar. 15, 2020
Fung Yow Chork (b. China, 1918 - d. 2013) Kuala Selangor River, 1979
Est: RM3,500 - RM6,500
Illustrated here is an alluring scene at a port jetty in Kuala Selangor River, a small coastal village known for recreation activities for nature lovers. Fung Yow Chork has skilfully captured calming jetty depot alongside a kampung house, and boats moored at the dockside. His use of vibrant palette — consisting of light blue for the sky, shades of brown for the wooden stilt depot and bright red and pastel yellow for the boats and green across the picture plane — create a picturesque view of an otherwise monotonous setting, a testament to his artistic flair. Fung Yow Chork is considered one of the finest impressionists in the country. At the age of 13, he was taught by a teacher who had studied impressionism in Japan. He befriended Professor Chung Pak Mook of the Nanyang Academy of Fine Art, Singapore. His solo exhibitions were held at The Art Gallery, Penang (1998), Rupa Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1983), Australian High Commission, Kuala Lumpur (1982), Chin Woo Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1981). He was awarded Second Prize, Merdeka Independence Trade Fair’s Art and Photographic Exhibition (1957).
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Nov. 03, 2019
Fung Yow Chork (b. 1918 - d. 2013) Path Through A Rubber Estate, 1997
Est: RM4,000 - RM7,000
This poetic landscape depicting a rubber plantation captures the changing effects of light on nature, using a rich palette consisting of complementary colours. The painting is executed with refined strokes and impasto textures resulting in subtle tonalities. Vertical trees and horizontals of the ground create visual interest and depth in the composition, showing an appreciation of nature. Fung Yow Chork is considered one of the finest impressionists in the country. At the age of 13, he was taught by a teacher who had studied impressionism in Japan. He befriended Professor Chung Pak Mook of the Nanyang Academy of Fine Art, Singapore. His solo exhibitions were held at The Art Gallery, Penang (1998), Rupa Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1983), Australian High Commission, Kuala Lumpur (1982), Chin Woo Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1981). He was awarded Second Prize, Merdeka Independence Trade Fair’s Art and Photographic Exhibition (1957).
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Aug. 10, 2019
(2) Yow Chork Fung (1918-2013) Ink On Paper
Est: -
Each Drawing Is Listed Artist Signed In The Lower Right Corner. Both Frames Measure Approximately 8.75in. X 8.75in. And Are In Good Overall Condition. Tm5199
EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
Apr. 29, 2018
FUNG YOW CHORK (b. 1918 - d. 2013) FISHING VILLAGE, 1996, Oil on canvas
Est: RM2,500 - RM4,500
Depicting a day in a fishing village, this scene features docked boats and vessels — that the catch of the day has already been done, and now is a period of rest. Seeing as the painting is bright, one can assume that it is noon, with the sun bearing down, and that the villagers are resting in their own homes. Though he stopped painting many years before his death at the age of 95, he was relatively fit because of his Daiji practices. Dubbed the ‘Cezanne of the Melati Flats’, he was a member of the Selangor Art Society and won several prizes notably the 2nd Prize in the Merdeka Independence Trade Fair’s Art and Photography exhibition in 1957. This set the self-taught artist on a course of painting in between his jobs as salesman, shop-assistant, and when he retired in 1977, newspaper typesetter. It was when he set on his dreams of being an artist and held his first solo in 1981, at the Chin Woo Art Gallery. His other solos were at the Australian High Commission, Kuala Lumpur (1982), Rupa Gallery, KL (1983), and the last at The Art Gallery, Penang (1998). Latched to the Impressionist style, he had only a little informal guidance from a China artist trained in Japan, and the Nanyang Academy of Fine Art teacher, Professor Zhong Bai-mu (Chung Pak-muk). On his paintings, he intoned: “Every new piece of work is a learning experience, about the work and also myself. A work of art, like the spoken word, expresses Truth, mostly truth about oneself.
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Mar. 11, 2018
KAMPUNG LANDSCAPE
Est: RM5,000 - RM6,000
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The Edge Auction
Apr. 23, 2017
FUNG YOW CHORK (b. 1918 - d. 2013) UNTITLED, 1999, Oil on canvas
Est: RM6,000 - RM10,000
In 1999, Fung Yow Chork was already 81 and it was moot if he could climb lofty mountains, and so this work with an unusual topography of sharp peaks is probably from imagination or a composite culled from others of his favourite haunts from around Melawati, Gasing, Saga/Apeh, Broga, Tagar, Jugra, Monkey Hills, Gunung Kutu (Kuala Kubu Baru), the Tabor quartz hills and even Cameron Highlands. Though he stopped painting many years before his death at the age of 95, he was relatively fit because of his Daiji practices. Dubbed the ‘Cezanne of the Melati Flats’, he was a member of the Selangor Art Society and won several prizes notably the 2nd Prize in the Merdeka Independence Trade Fair’s Art and Photography exhibition in 1957. This set the self-taught artist on a course of painting in between his jobs as salesman, shop-assistant, and when he retired in 1977, newspaper typesetter. It was when he set on his dreams of being an artist and held his first solo in 1981, at the Chin Woo Art Gallery. His other solos were at the Australian High Commission, Kuala Lumpur (1982), Rupa Gallery, KL (1983), and the last at The Art Gallery, Penang (1998). Latched to the Impressionist style, he had only a little informal guidance from a China artist trained in Japan, and the Nanyang Academy of Fine Art teacher, Professor Zhong Bai Mu (Chung Pak Muk).On his paintings, he intoned: “Every new piece of work is a learning experience, about the work and also myself. A work of art, like the spoken word, expresses Truth, mostly truth about oneself.”
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Mar. 05, 2017
CITYSCAPE
Est: RM4,000 - RM6,000
Painting with frame
The Edge Auction
Nov. 06, 2016
FUNG YOW CHORK (b. 1918 - d. 2013) Untitled, 1983, Oil on canvas laid on board
Est: RM4,000 - RM6,000
Self-taught artist Fung Yow Chork is noted for his plein air paintings of fishing villages, river scenes and rural life mainly in the Klang Valley and Malacca. During his free time, he would go on painting excursions, usually with a few friends like Wong Jong Nong and Peter Liew, and here, he captured a treacherous section then on the road up to Genting Highlands. He was a co-founding member of the Thursday Art Group and the Selangor Art Society (1954), and switched to oils on the advice of Zhong Baimu who was teaching at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Art in Singapore. He migrated from Guangdong, China, to Singapore in 1933 and moved to Kuala Lumpur. He worked as a salesman, a shop assistant, and a typesetter for a Chiense newspaper before retiring in 1977. He held his first solo at the Chin Woo Gallery in Kuala Lumpur in 1981, the Australian High Commission in 1982, the Rupa Gallery, KL in 1983, and The Art Gallery, Penang, in 1998. He won 2nd Prize in the Merdeka Independence Trade Fair art and photography exhibition.
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Apr. 17, 2016
FUNG YOW CHORK (b. 1918 - d. 2013) St. Paul's Hill, 1990, Oil on canvas
Est: RM3,000 - RM6,000
This piece depicts St. Paul’s Church, a historic building in Malacca that was originally built in 1521, making it the oldest church in Malaysia and Southeast Asia. Located at the summit of St. Paul’s Hill, it is today part of the Malacca Museum Complex, comprising of the A Famosa ruins, the Stadthuys and other historical buildings. Fung Yow Chork captured the ruined walls of the church with his trademark Impressionist style, swiftly applying paint to depict light and contrast. Fung Yow Chork was only 13 years old when he picked up the finer points in art from an artist in China who had studied Impressionism in Japan. In 1933, his family migrated to Singapore and there, he forged a friendship with Professor Zhong Bai-mu (Chong Pai Mu), a lecturer of the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts. After moving to Kuala Lumpur in 1934, he worked as a salesman, shop assistant and typesetter with a Chinese newspaper, painting only on Sundays and during holidays and more so after he retired in 1977. He held his first solo exhibition at Chin Woo Art Gallery in 1981. On landscape, he told Halinah Todd in an interview published in The New Straits Times in 1981: “The landscape thinks itself in me and I am its consciousness.” REFERENCE Pioneers of Malaysian Art, Dr. Tan Chee Khuan, The Art Gallery, Penang, 1994.
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Oct. 04, 2015
FUNG YOW CHORK (b. 1918 - d. 2013) Forest II, 1999, Oil on canvas laid on board
Est: RM2,000 - RM4,000
Located at the heart of a forest, this artist vividly captures a sophisticated landscape of trees painted according to the light of the setting sun. The refined shapes of leaves and branches give movement and unites the composition. The painting is executed with dabs and strokes, impasto textures, scratches of palette knife, and fine layered glazes resulting in subtle tonalities. Fung Yow Chork is considered one of the finest impressionists in the country. At the age of 13, he was taught by a teacher who had studied impressionism in Japan. He befriended Professor Chung Pak Mook of the Nanyang Academy of Fine Art, Singapore. His solo exhibitions were held at The Art Gallery, Penang (1998), Rupa Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1983), Australian High Commission, Kuala Lumpur (1982), Chin Woo Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1981). He was awarded Second Prize, Merdeka Independence Trade Fair’s Art and Photographic Exhibition (1957).
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Oct. 04, 2015
FUNG YOW CHORK (b. 1918 - d. 2013) Forest I, 1999, Oil on canvas laid on board
Est: RM2,000 - RM4,000
This poetic landscape vividly captures the changing effects of light on nature, using a refined palette consisting of complementary colours. The painting is executed with dabs and strokes, impasto textures, scratches of palette knife, and fine layered glazes resulting in subtle tonalities. Fung Yow Chork is considered one of the finest impressionists in the country. At the age of 13, he was taught by a teacher who had studied impressionism in Japan. He befriended Professor Chung Pak Mook of the Nanyang Academy of Fine Art, Singapore. His solo exhibitions were held at The Art Gallery, Penang (1998), Rupa Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1983), Australian High Commission, Kuala Lumpur (1982), Chin Woo Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (1981). He was awarded Second Prize, Merdeka Independence Trade Fair’s Art and Photographic Exhibition (1957).
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Mar. 29, 2015
FUNG YOW CHORK (b. 1918 - d. 2013), Stilt Jetty, 1989, Oil on board
Est: RM4,000 - RM6,000
Illustrated here is an alluring scene at an unknown port jetty on wooden stilts, perhaps at Pulau Ketam, a small island located off the coast of Klang known for long wooden stilts dwellings suspended between one and ten meters above sea level. Fung Yow Chork has skilfully captured a busy jetty depot filled with crates, and boats moored at the dockside and two figures seen on the wooden planks. His use of vibrant palette - consisting of light blue for the sky, ochre for the crates, shades of brown for the wooden stilt depot and bright red and murky green for the boats with hints of red and green across the picture plane - create a picturesque view of an otherwise monotonous setting, a testament to his artistic flair. During his lifetime, he artist would go on alfresco painting excursions with his artist friends, favouring the out-of-the way places of disused tin mines, barren open land, and fringe of forested areas - generally any landscapes with a painterly view and all the prerequisite elements of light, contrast, colour, character and peculiarities. A self-taught artist, he used to be dubbed the Cezanne of the Melati Flats in the Pudu area in Kuala Lumpur. Fung Yow Chork was only 13 when he picked up the finer points in art from an artist in China who had studied Impressionism in Japan. In 1933, his family migrated to Singapore and there, he forged a friendship with Professor Zhong Bai-mu (Chung Pak Mook), a lecturer of the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts. After moving to Kuala Lumpur in 1934, he worked as a salesman, shop assistant and typesetter with a Chinese newspaper, painting only on Sundays and during holidays and more so after he retired in 1977. He held his first solo exhibition at Chin Woo Art Gallery in 1981. On landscape, he told Halinah Todd in an interview published in The New Straits Times in 1981: "The landscape thinks itself in me and I am its consciousness." REFERENCE Pioneers of Malaysian Art , Dr. Tan Chee Khuan, The Art Gallery, Penang, 1994.
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Nov. 09, 2014
FUNG YOW CHORK (b. 1918 - d. 2013), Pasar Tani, 1992, oil on canvas
Est: RM12,000 - RM18,000
FUNG YOW CHORK b. Selangor, 1918 - d. 2013 PASAR TANI, 1992 Signed and dated 'Yow Chork 92' (lower right) Oil on canvas 56cm x 122cm A charming depiction of a bustling local market scene painted in an Impressionist manner. Large in dimension, the panoramic view illustrates vibrant representation of figures amidst baskets of fresh produce in rich hues. A self-taught artist, Fung Yow Chork was dubbed the 'Cezanne of the Melati Flats' in the Pudu area of Kuala Lumpur. Fung Yow Chork was only 13 when he picked up the finer points in art from an artist in China who had studied Impressionism in Japan. In 1933, his family migrated to Singapore and there, he forged a friendship with Professor Zhong Paimu, a lecturer of the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts who occasionally guided him on painting in oils, even when he (Pai Mu) had returned to Hong Kong. After moving to Kuala Lumpur in 1934, he worked as a salesman, shop-assistant and typesetter with a Chinese newspaper, painting only on Sundays and during holidays and more so after he retired in 1977. In 1957, he won a prize in the Merdeka Independence Trade Fair Art and Photographic exhibition. He held his first solo exhibition at Chin Woo Art Gallery in 1981. In an interview published in The New Straits Times in 1981, he described landscape to Halinah Todd: "The landscape thinks itself in me and I am its consciousness." The news of the demise of the great outdoor painter Fung Yow Chork late last year brought grief to the local art scene. Fung Yow Chork would go on alfresco painting excursions with his artist friends, favouring the out-of-the way places of disused tin mines, barren open land, fringe of forested areas - generally any landscapes with a painterly view and all the prerequisite elements of light, contrast, colour, character and peculiarities. REFERENCE Pioneers of Malaysian Art, Dr. Tan Chee Khuan, The Art Gallery, Penang, 1994. 200 Malaysian Artists, Dr. Tan Chee Khuan, The Art Gallery, Penang, 2002.
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