This exhibition examines the artistic journey and enduring legacy of Fan Chang Tien (范昌乾) (1907–1987), a pivotal figure in the development of Chinese ink art in Singapore. It traces his southward movement from China to Thailand and finally to Singapore in 1956 – a journey marked by his commitment to art and education.
Through a rich selection of paintings, poetry, and archival materials, the exhibition reveals how Fan dedicated himself to the practice of ink art while cultivating his identity as a scholar-artist, teacher, and steadfast master of the Chinese literati tradition.
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When: 16 Oct 2026 – 31 Jan 2027 - Suitable For: All
- Where: City Hall Wing, Level 4, Wu Guanzhong Gallery
- Ticket information: General Admission ticket required, free for locals.
Ways to Experience
Dr Wang Ai traces the journeys of artists from the Chaoshan area – from Guangdong to Shanghai and across Southeast Asia – to explore how movement, identity, and cross-border exchange transformed artistic practice and the evolution of ink traditions in the twentieth century.
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