Khay Beng Ho Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Khay Beng Ho Art Value Price Guide

Mar. 27, 2022
Ho Khay Beng (b. Penang, 1934 - 1986) Kampung
Est: RM3,000 - RM5,500
Depicted in the scene is a kampung house painted with sepia hues. Sepia tends to make everything look sentimental and nostalgic. The house that was set amidst the woods allowed us to feel home and peace. Inspired to take up art by art pioneer Kuo Juping, Khay Beng took up additional courses in mosaics and sculpture when in Rome, where he had solos at the Galleria Guilla Flavia (1966), Galleria Michelangelo (1967) and Galeria D’ ArteVolschi (1967), and was also featured in an exhibition at the National Art Gallery in Rome in 1967. He was also awarded six gold and silver medals in competitions. Others who followed his Italian art education were Aza Osman and H.H. Lim. Ho Khay Beng taught art at Han Chiang High School in Penang. He was awarded the Overseas Chinese Arts Association Prize in 1968. In 1996, he was paid tribute via a Memorial exhibition held at The Art Gallery Penang.
Henry Butcher Art Auctioneers
Dec. 05, 2021
Ho Khay Beng (b. Penang 1934 - d. 1986) Temple Nine Emperors, 1974
Est: RM3,000 - RM5,500
The Nine Emperors Gods Festival is a nine-day Taoist celebration beginning on the eve of 9th lunar month of the Chinese calendar. The eponymous “Nine Emperors” (九皇大帝, Jiu Huang Da Di) are the nine sons manifested Father Emperor Zhou Yu Dou Fu Yuan Jun and Mother of the Big Dipper Dou Mu Yuan Jun. They are formed by the seven stars of the Big Dipper of the North Ursa Major and two assistant stars. Trained at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts in Singapore (1956-1958) and the Rome Academy of Fine Arts in 1965-1968, Ho Khay Beng is an artist noted for his half-body portraits, having done portraits of dignitaries such as Malaysia’s founding father and first prime minister Tunku Abdul Rahman; former prime minister Tun Dr. Mahathir and his wife, Tun Dr. Siti Hasmah; Sultan Ahmad Shah of Pahang; and China artist Qi Baishi (1864-1975). Inspired to take up art by art pioneer Kuo Ju Ping, Khay Beng took up additional courses in mosaics and sculpture when in Rome, where he had solos at the Galleria Guilla Flavia (1966), Galleria Michelangelo (1967) and Galeria D’ ArteVolschi (1967), and was also featured in an exhibition at the National Art Gallery in Rome in 1967. He was also awarded six gold and silver medals in competitions. Others who followed his Italian art education were Aza Osman and H.H. Lim. Ho Khay Beng taught art at Han Chiang High School in Penang. He was awarded the Overseas Chinese Arts Association Prize in 1968. In 1996, he was paid tribute via a Memorial exhibition held at The Art Gallery Penang.
Henry Butcher Art Auctioneers
Nov. 15, 2020
Ho Khay Beng (b. Penang, 1934 - d. 1986) Temple Nine Emperors, 1974
Est: RM6,000 - RM10,000
The Nine Emperors Gods Festival is a nine-day Taoist celebration beginning on the eve of 9th lunar month of the Chinese calendar. The eponymous “Nine Emperors” (九皇大帝, Jiu Huang Da Di) are the nine sons manifested Father Emperor Zhou Yu Dou Fu Yuan Jun and Mother of the Big Dipper Dou Mu Yuan Jun. They are formed by the seven stars of the Big Dipper of the North Ursa Major and two assistant stars. Trained at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts in Singapore (1956-58) and the Rome Academy of Fine Arts in 1965-1968, Ho Khay Beng is an artist noted for his half-body portraits, having done portraits of dignitaries such as Malaysia’s founding father and first prime minister Tunku Abdul Rahman; former prime minister Tun Dr. Mahathir and his wife, Tun Dr. Siti Hasmah; Sultan Ahmad Shah of Pahang; and China artist Qi Baishi. Inspired to take up art by art pioneer Kuo Ju Ping, Khay Beng took up additional courses in mosaics and sculpture when in Rome, where he had solos at the Galleria Guilla Flavia (1966), Galleria Michelangelo (1967) and Galeria D’ Arte Volschi (1967), and was also featured in an exhibition at the National Art Gallery in Rome in 1967. He was also awarded six gold and silver medals in competitions. Others who followed his Italian art education were Aza Osman and H.H. Lim. Ho Khay Beng taught art at Han Chiang High School in Penang. He was awarded the Overseas Chinese Arts Association Prize in 1968. In 1996, he was paid tribute via a Memorial exhibition held at The Art Gallery Penang.
Henry Butcher Art Auctioneers
Jul. 07, 2019
HO KHAY BENG : Chinese Temple, 1969
Est: RM3,500 - RM7,000
"One is almost transported to the scene of the Chinese temple depicted in this painting. The multi- layered colour and texture brings out an almost three-dimensional quality to the work, which Ho Khay Beng managed to breathe life into. Known for his simplicity in landscapes and signature style of layering and texturing, this piece is full of character. Ho Khay Beng was born in 1933. He graduated from Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore in 1959 and went on study art at Rome Academy of Fine Arts, Italy, in 1968. He held one-man shows at Chin Kang Association, Penang (1965), Galleria Guilla Flavia, Rome (1966), Galleria Michelangelo, Rome (1967) and Galleria Dêarte I Volshi, Rome (1967). He participated in the Singapore Local Artists Exhibitions and Nanyang Academy 20th Anniversary Exhibitions (1957-1958)."
KLAS Art Auction
May. 26, 2019
HO KHAY BENG (SINGAPORE, 1934-1986) Threshing oil on canvas 79.5 x 105.5 cm. (31 1/4 x 41 1/2 in.)
Est: $80,000 - $100,000
HO KHAY BENG (SINGAPORE, 1934-1986) Threshing signed 'BENG' (lower right) oil on canvas 79.5 x 105.5 cm. (31 1/4 x 41 1/2 in.)
Christie's
Apr. 29, 2018
HO KHAY BENG (b. 1934 - d. 1986) TEMPLE NINE EMPERORS, 1974, Oil on canvas
Est: RM6,000 - RM10,000
The Nine Emperors Gods Festival is a nine-day Taoist celebration beginning on the eve of 9th lunar month of the Chinese calendar. The eponymous “Nine Emperors” (九皇大帝, Jiu Huang Da Di) are the nine sons manifested Father Emperor Zhou Yu Dou Fu Yuan Jun and Mother of the Big Dipper Dou Mu Yuan Jun. They are formed by the seven stars of the Big Dipper of the North Ursa Major and two assistant stars. Trained at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts in Singapore (1956-58) and the Rome Academy of Fine Arts in 1965-68, Ho Khay Beng is an artist noted for his half-body portraits, having done portraits of dignitaries such as Malaysia’s founding father and first prime minister Tunku Abdul Rahman; former prime minister Tun Dr. Mahathir and his wife, Tun Dr. Siti Hasmah; Sultan Ahmad Shah of Pahang; and China artist Qi Baishi (1864-1975). Inspired to take up art by art pioneer Kuo Ju Ping, Khay Beng took up additional courses in mosaics and sculpture when in Rome, where he had solos at the Galleria Guilla Flavia (1966), Galleria Michelangelo (1967) and Galeria D’ ArteVolschi (1967), and was also featured in an exhibition at the National Art Gallery in Rome in 1967. He was also awarded six gold and silver medals in competitions. Others who followed his Italian art education were Aza Osman and H.H. Lim. Ho Khay Beng taught art at Han Chiang High School in Penang. He was awarded the Overseas Chinese Arts Association Prize in 1968. In 1996, he was paid tribute via a Memorial exhibition held at The Art Gallery Penang.
Henry Butcher Art Auctioneers
Nov. 06, 2016
HO KHAY BENG (b. 1934 - d. 1986) Chinese Lady, 1977, Oil on canvas laid on board
Est: RM6,000 - RM10,000
There is no record who the 'Chinese Lady' in Ho Khay Beng's portrait is, but from the demeanour, it can be gleaned from her clean white blouse and facial features and her neatly trimmed hair, that she was a simple and quiet person who liked to keep her home clean and orderly. Trained at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts in Singapore (1956-58) and the Rome Academy of Fine Arts in 1965-68, Khay Beng is an artist noted for his half-body portraits, having done portraits of dignitaries such as Malaysia's founding father and first prime minister Tunku Abdul Rahman; former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamed and his wife, Tun Dr Siti Hasmah; Sultan Ahmad Shah of Pahang; and China's artist Qi Baishi (1864-1975)Inspired to take up art by art pioneer Kuo Ju Ping, Khay Beng took up additional courses in mosaics and sculpture when in Rome, where he had solos at the Galleria Guilla Flavia (1966), Galleria Michelangelo (1967) and Galeria D' ArteVolschi (1967), and was also featured in an exhibition at the National Art Gallery in Rome in 1967. He was also awarded six gold and silver medals in competitions. Others who followed his Italian art education were Aza Osman and H.H. Lim.Khay Beng taught art at Han Chiang High School in Penang, and awarded the Overseas Chinese Arts Association Prize in 1968. In 1996, he was given a Memorial exhibition by The Art Gallery Penang.
Henry Butcher Art Auctioneers
Jan. 31, 2016
HO KHAY BENG (B. Penang, 1933-1986) 'The Break of Dawn'
Est: RM4,800 - RM8,000
Signed and dated "Beng 70" on lower right
KLAS Art Auction
Oct. 04, 2015
HO KHAY BENG (b. 1934 - d. 1986) Thaipusam, Undated, Oil on board
Est: RM10,000 - RM15,000
This painting depicts with expressionistic brushwork the celebration of Thaipusam, an important Hindu festival. The solid composition of broad sweeps and rich colours create vibrancy, complemented with the placement of kavadi bearing figures forming diagonal lines that enhances the rhythm of movement. Ho Khay Beng received his education at Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore (1958), and furthered his studies at Rome Academy of Fine Arts, Italy. His solo exhibitions were exhibited locally and abroad, which include Chin Kang Association, Penang (1965), Galleria Guilla Flavia, Rome, Italy (1966), Galleria Michaelangelo, Rome, Italy (1967), Galleria D’arte Volschi, Rome, Italy (1968) and Memorial Exhibition, The Art Gallery, Penang (1996). Between the years 1965 to 1968, the artist was awarded six gold and silver medals at national and international art competitions in Italy.
Henry Butcher Art Auctioneers
Sep. 16, 2014
HO KHAY BENG (Malaysian, 1934-1986)
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Fishing Village 1973 oil on canvas signed and dated lower left: BENG 73 titled on label attached verso 60.5 x 75.5cm
Leonard Joel
Mar. 25, 2014
HO KHAY BENG (MALAYSIAN, 1934-1986)
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
HO KHAY BENG (MALAYSIAN, 1934-1986) Fishing Village 1973 oil on canvas signed and dated 'BENG 73' lower left titled on label attached verso 60.5 x 75.5cm
Leonard Joel