Foo Chee San
The Pulse of the Singapore River
The Pulse of the Singapore River
1969
Oil on Canvas
72 x 59 cm
This piece captures the rhythmic bustle of a river landing, where weathered boats gather beneath the silhouette of an arched bridge and the rising city beyond. Through thick, expressive impasto and an earthy, grounded palette, the painting transforms a moment of daily labor into a textured study of movement and history. It’s a tribute to the enduring spirit of the waterfront.
