ABDUL AZIZ
THE ARTIST AND HIS ART
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Abdul Aziz - Javanese artist from Ubud, Bali!
 

A Great Indonesian Artist

Born into a Javanese noble family in 1928, the student Abdul Aziz became a revolutionary fighter against the Dutch, then going on to win a scholarship to study in Rome, Italy in 1959. Six years and two diplomas later he returned to Indonesia and settled in Bali.

In his studio in the globally-famous art village of Ubud, he created some of the most beautiful and famous works of art, (paintings, sculptures, and sketches), ever to come out of South-East Asia.

However, he was also a dedicated and talented musician who spent his final years proving to the world that an Indonesian could make a violin to challenge Stradivarius.

Technically, the paintings of Abdul Aziz exhibit remarkable virtuosity, due to his fascination with and mastery of ‘trompe l’oeil’ – the use of the frame to create a three-dimensional illusion, so that his subjects appear to come forward out of the frame.

This technique, combined with his appreciation of chiaroscuro and human anatomy, and his appreciation of the Balinese people, particularly women, have created some of the most impressive and enduring images of Asia ever.

Never one to strive for wealth or fame, Abdul Aziz only painted when inspired, and his output over his lifetime was comparatively small if compared to many prolific artists, hence the great demand for his works by knowledgeable collectors and by international auction houses.

The only public collection of works by Abdul Aziz is the Neka Art Museum in Ubud, where art lovers flock to see “Mutual Attraction” and other wonderful paintings.
 

Page 77 - Aziz' childhood friend, Purwoto Gandasubroto, continues his recollections!

Aziz' childhood friend, Purwoto Gandasubroto, continues
 his recollections!

Page 114 - Abdul Aziz - The Violin Maker

The Violin Maker

OPENING SOON!

” Abdul Aziz in Rome: 1959 – 1965:  The Education of an Artist”

Abdul Aziz (1928 – 2002) is now regarded as one of Indonesia’s greatest artists of the 20th Century. This is the first-ever exhibition of this greatly loved artists works in Jakarta and a wonderful opportunity to learn more about how his later achievements were formed.

The paintings of Abdul Aziz are easily recognized due to his mastery of anatomy, chiaroscuro, and expression, which combine to create an extraordinary illusion of three-dimensionality. The influence of great European masters is present in much of his oeuvre.

We shall be offering free guided tours of the exhibition to groups of 10 – 15 persons. This is of particular interest to art lovers and collectors, art students and anyone who would like the opportunity to develop their art appreciation. If you are interested in arranging such a group visit, kindly contact Yanti on 0811 6979 684 or the Italian Cultural Institute on 021 3927531

The exhibition will run until December 5th. Open daily Mon-Fri 9 am – 6 pm, Sat 9am – 1 pm. The Italian Cultural Institute is on Jl HOS Cokroaminoto No 117, Menteng, Jakarta, tel: 021 – 392 7551-2

 

Recommended Links:

Neka Museum - www.museumneka.com
  Seniwati Gallery** - www.seniwatigallery.com

**Seniwati Gallery ...Mary Northmore-Aziz is the Founder(1991) and Director of Seniwati Gallery of Art by Women in Ubud, Bali. Hailed by Time magazine, September 2005 as “this Gem of a Gallery”, this is the only gallery in Asia dedicated to supporting and promoting women artists. Link to Seniwati Gallery: www.seniwatigallery.com
 

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