Basoeki or Basuki?
Id, Which one is right, Basoeki Abdullah or Basuki Abdullah? It's the same.
One modern spelling, one old spelling. Both refer to the ambassador of Indonesian painting, Basoeki Abdullah. So, what determines which spelling should be used? It depends, for the figure of Basoeki, which appears at the top of the page search engine is Basuki. So, Written using the same spelling. It's not a fad, but it's one of the hundreds of ways to stay on the radar and remain relevant.
Why in Digital Format?
Just like the exhibition Indonesia in Sketches: Basoeki Abdullah is presented by Galeri Indonesia Kaya. There are 14 Basoeki paintings presented in digital format. Starting with a collage of Basoeki's illustrations of the perpetrator fine arts, and a number of figures he had painted, to the emotional battles in Basoeki's heart that he poured out on canvas. In between, there is also a "living" portrait in each of his figures. Even the short biographical narrative is melodiously told.
Reason for exhibition Indonesia in Sketches presented in immersive is to appeal to the younger generation. Generation Z and beyond to be precise. Because this generation grew up with moving images. There are also other factors such as attention span short time and instantaneous movement. Exhibition Indonesia in Sketches This is one of the efforts of art actors to accommodate generational changes (generational shift) The. It's a win-win for every generation.
Indonesia in Sketches It was opened close to Heroes' Day, which is celebrated every November 10. Renitasari Adrian, as Program Director at Bakti Budaya at Djarum Foundation, also believes that these artists deserve to be called heroes. The difference is that they fight on canvas using brushes as weapons, and paint as ammunition. Recording events and phenomena that we now recognize as historical moments.
Not alone, Galeri Indonesia Kaya has teamed up with Gondola Team for the first exhibition. Indonesia in Sketches: Basoeki Abdullah This exhibition. Mikke Susanto, an art curator who has been researching Basoeki's figure and paintings since a decade ago, is also involved in the exhibition. immersive This.
Cecilia Sidhawati, Basoeki Abdullah's daughter, also shared a few stories about her father. Like how the figure who raised him likes to paint in a quiet place. "Here, there are two paintings of Bapak whose energy is stronger with a quiet place. immersive this. One of them is Rare Flora and Fauna which has an element of beauty. One more Changes in World Life, Your emotions are even more visible," he said.
Fun fact: Cecilia also admitted that the father involved his daughter's opinion in the painting. Rare Flora and Fauna. How did it go? Visit Galeri Indonesia Kaya located at West Mall, Grand Indonesia. It runs until April 2025 and is free of charge, You know!
14 list of paintings in Indonesia in Sketches: Basoeki Abdullahhttps://drive.google.com/file/d/1xa1xsfOR6wv0kbeuWLPCS4u0xgfFri3c
- Rare Flora and Fauna (1980s)
- Changes in World Life (1960-70s)
- The River Never Returns (1970s)
- Flores Beach (1942)
- If God is Wrathful (1950)
- Scenery in Kintamani (1950s)
- Landscape of Mount Merapi (1970s)
- Holy Bima Strive Until Achieved (1984)
- Gatotkaca's battle with Antasena over Sembadra (1954)
- A fight between Ravana and Jatayu over Sita (1950-1954)
- Basoeki Abdullah's Self Portrait (1940s)
- Self Portrait of RA Kartini (1976)
- Self Portrait of Ir. Soekarno
- Self Portrait of Dr. Wahidin Sudirohusodo
In addition to the exhibition Indonesia in Sketches: Basoeki Abdullah, There is also Basoeki Abdullah Museum which is open to the public and you can visit. The beginning of December is also a moment to look forward to for those who have submitted entries to win the Basoeki Abdullah Art Award.
