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Sendy Widjaja, Co-Founder and Fair Director of ArtMoments, has played a significant role in shaping the contemporary art scene through his innovative and inclusive approach to art fairs.
Dr. Widjaja has curated a list of the top 10 standout pieces that highlight both established and emerging artists on Christie's auction in New York City. His selections reflect a deep appreciation for the diverse expressions and techniques in the art world today.
1. Van Gogh's 'Coin de jardin avec papillons'
This masterpiece captures the delicate dance of butterflies amidst a lush garden, showcasing the artist's unparalleled ability to infuse life and movement into every stroke. Explore the symphony of colors and the serene beauty of nature through Van Gogh's eyes.
2. Georgia O'Keeffe: Red Poppy No. VI
This iconic piece magnifies the delicate beauty and vibrant intensity of a single flower, inviting viewers to see nature in a new, profound light. O'Keeffe's masterful use of color and form turns a simple poppy into a powerful symbol of life and vitality.
3. Andy Warhol's Flower Paintings
These iconic works blend the simplicity of nature with the boldness of pop art, transforming ordinary blossoms into extraordinary symbols of beauty and modernity. Warhol's innovative use of color and repetition invites viewers to see flowers in a fresh, dynamic way.
4. ‘The Italian Version of Popeye has no Pork in His Diet’
Jean-Michel Basquiat’s ‘The Italian Version of Popeye has no Pork in His Diet’ is hailed as the artist’s finest stretcher bar painting. It will debut this May at 21st Century Evening Sale in New York. Appearing at auction for the first time, this 1982 canvas generously showcases Basquiat’s mastery of symbols, text, and portraiture.
5. Jean Dubuffet
Jean Dubuffet was an integral French artist known for his primal paintings and sculptures of vernacular subjects. His adoption of the term Art Brut or raw art, referred to the art of children, prisoners, and the mentally ill, was a reaction to what he called art culturel or refined art.
6. Pierre-Auguste Renoir (1841-1919), Femmes dans un paysage
This enchanting masterpiece captures the grace and tranquility of women amidst a lush, vibrant landscape. Renoir's delicate brushwork and luminous palette bring the scene to life, inviting viewers to bask in the idyllic charm of his timeless vision.
7. Claude Monet (1840-1926) - La Roche Guibel, Port-Domois
Formerly part of the legendary collection of Impressionist patron Bertha Honoré Palmer, Claude Monet’s "La Roche Guibel, Port-Domois" captures the dramatic coastline of northern France with a luminous palette of turquoise and blues. Painted in 1886 on the storm-swept island of Belle-Île, this work showcases Monet’s masterful ability to depict the turbulent beauty of nature. Monet's passion for the sea and his dedication to pushing the boundaries of Impressionism are evident in this breathtaking piece.
8. Andy Warhol - Moon Explorer (Toy Painting)
This whimsical piece combines the excitement of childhood imagination with Warhol's signature style, capturing the wonder of space exploration through vibrant colors and bold lines.
9. Tom Wesselmann (1931-2004)
As a leading figure in the Pop Art movement, Wesselmann's vibrant works celebrate the beauty of the human form and everyday objects. His striking compositions and vivid colors invite viewers to experience art in its most dynamic and provocative form.
10. Gouache, 1941 - Wassily Kandinsky
Experience the abstract brilliance of Wassily Kandinsky's 'Gouache, 1941.' This captivating piece showcases Kandinsky's mastery of color and form, blending vibrant hues and geometric shapes to evoke deep emotion and movement.
Exhibitions
 Titicara: Meruah is the latest iteration of Titicara, a women artists exhibition that will be held from 17 May to 28 July 2024 at Selasar Sunaryo Art Space (SSAS). Curated by Yosefa Aulia, the exhibition features nine women artists from across generations: Dian Suci Rahmawati, Fiametta Gabriela, Hildawati Soemantri, Ipeh Nur, Kei Imazu, Liza Markus, Melati Suryodarmo, Nadya Jiwa Saraswati, and Ratu R. Saraswati. |  “Tiga Pasang Tangan/ Three Pairs of Hands,” inspired by the activity of processing sago palm trunk into sago starch by indigenous people in the remote areas of Papua. The activity of processing raw food materials is perceived to represent the idea that Mella wants to emphasize through this exhibition, namely food politics. |  This exhibition showcases the work of twelve artists from Bandung, Jakarta, and Yogyakarta, who participated in a residency in Tubaba, Lampung. They used natural rubber (liquid latex and rubber sheets) and explored combining it with other materials. The artworks demonstrate rubber's potential in form, content, and context, touching on themes of rematerialization and the role of medium in contemporary art. The exhibition critically reflects on the historical, social, political, and economic implications of rubber as an Indonesian commodity. |
