The Singapore Art Museum presents Liu Kang A Centennial Celebration.on view 29 July 2011 to 16 October 2011.
Liu Kang (1911- 2004) is widely regarded as one of Singapore’s most important artists, and a guiding figure in the development of Singapore’s art scene.
Liu was actively involved in various areas of the visual arts field, from the creation of artworks to playing a central role in education and criticism. Liu also played a leading role in the Society of Chinese Artists and the Singapore Art Society for many years. In recognition of the artist’s lifetime accomplishments and contributions to Singapore’s visual art community, he was conferred the Public Service Star in 1970, and the Meritorious Service Medal in 1996.
This exhibition is held in commemoration of the artist’s centennial year of birth. Featuring 100 works by Liu, this exhibition invites visitors on a journey of exploration into the life and mind of the artist. The Liu Kang: A Centennial Celebration is a special research exhibition organised by the National Art Gallery, Singapore, supported by the National Heritage Board and held on the premises of SAM.
Liu Kang, Life by the River, 1975, oil on canvas, 126 x 203 cm, National Heritage Board collection