National Gallery Singapore presents the first part of its new long-term exhibition, Singapore Stories: Pathways and Detours in Art in the revamped DBS Singapore Gallery, where masterpieces and new artworks from the National Collection will be presented alongside loans from private and institutional collections. The exhibition explores Singapore’s stories through art, showing how artists have used their artworks to reflect and respond to societal changes over time.
Featuring over 200 artworks and artefacts across four sections, the exhibition examines how artists created art while addressing themes such as colonialism, urban change, and globalisation – experimenting in both medium and expression, underscoring the dynamic evolution of Singapore art. It juxtaposes familiar narratives with fresh perspectives, encouraging visitors to consider new ways of looking at art and reignite the public’s imagination through the stories that artworks tell.
The first part of Singapore Stories delves into Singapore’s art history from the 19th century to the 1960s, tracing pivotal historical moments including colonialism, and Singapore’s independence and urban development. This section celebrates key artists who embraced innovation, experimentation, and a search for identity during these transformative years. Featured artists include Chen Wen Hsi, Georgette Chen, Cheong Soo Pieng, Dora Gordine, Liu Kang, Annaratnam Gunaratnam, S. Mahdar, P. Ramlee, and more.
Venue: National Gallery Singapore
When: 2 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2025,
By: National Gallery Singapore
