Artist
M. Zain Idris
b. Terengganu, 1939 - 2000
Year of Artwork
1972
Description
This sketch is a meticulous rendering of a tranquil rural scene, characteristic of local landscapes. The detailed pencil work captures a traditional wooden house nestled amidst lush tropical foliage, with towering palm trees gracefully framing the dwelling. The sketch, devoid of color, relies on precise lines to evoke a profound sense of peace and nostalgia for simple village life, inviting quiet contemplation of its serene beauty.
M. Zain Idris was a self-taught artist known for his depictions of bucolic rural landscapes and the people who lived and worked among them, earning him the nickname 'The Fisherman Artist' from American art critic and gallerist Frank Sullivan. In recognition of his contributions to the arts, he was appointed 'State Artist' by the Terengganu Menteri Besar and was provided with a studio, residence, and stipend. His works were exhibited at venues such as Samat Art Gallery in the early 1970s and at Hotel Equatorial and Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur in the 1980s. His legacy endures as one of Malaysia’s most cherished painters of village life.
Medium
Sketch
Dimension in cm (W x H)
33 x 26 | frame: 68 x 53
