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CHINESE CALLIGRAPHY
Chinese cultural civilization’s 4000 years of history has produced different periods of artistic achievements but with a continuous thread that links each dynastic period. This thread, is Chinese 'Love for Nature'.
This singular love is seen in various mediums – whether it is a name seal, clay teapot, porcelain bowl, jade carving, scroll painting in ink, calligraphy on various traditional material selected from nature - such as rice paper, precious woods and silk.
At Yong Gallery, this tradition is kept alive by dedicated contemporary artists, Yong Cheong Thye and Cheh Kai Hon, who are equally comfortable creating works in traditional or modern styles.
The Yong Gallery is a treasure house of traditional and contemporary Chinese art, crafts and collectibles.
When you require brilliant ideas for an interior decorating design, selecting a special souvenir to take home, or seeking specially designed corporate gifts, it is worthwhile to explore the Yong Gallery. Special art demonstrations can also be arranged by appointment.
You will always find us a helpful and knowledgeable source of Chinese art and craft.
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YONG CHEONG THYE
Master Calligrapher
Yong Cheong Thye was born in Singapore in 1946. After graduating from Nanyang
Academy of Fine Arts in 1966, his keen interest and search for the deeper
meaning of Chinese art brought him under the pupilage of the late Master
Calligrapher Tsue Ta Ti in 1967. His vast artistic talent was soon revealed
through the expert guidance of Master Tsue. Yong's own vision of the artistic
order soon blossomed into new art forms, which have won wide acclaim by fellow
artists and connoisseurs alike.
A first-prize winner in prestigious Chinese calligraphy competitions in 1976
and 1977 in Singapore, Yong has been invited by Air Canada, Singapore Airlines
and the Singapore Tourism Board to exhibit his art overseas. His brushes have
travelled with him to milestone exhibitions in Canada, Germany, Finland,
Sweden, China, France, Norway, Denmark, Switzerland, Italy, England, Australia,
New Zealand, Philippines, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Japan and Korea.
Yong has also acted as a judge in many important Chinese calligraphy
competitions in Singapore. Currently he is official spokesperson for the
Chinese Calligraphy Society of Singapore and Vice-chairman of the Shicheng
Calligraphy & Seal Carving Society.
His participation in many international calligraphy and wood carving
exhibitions in many countries has earned him the respect of an admiring
international audience.
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AWARDS
| 1975 |
2nd Prize, Chinese Calligraphy Competition, Singapore |
| 1976 |
Gold Medal, All-Singapore Chinese Calligrahy Competition, Singapore |
| 1977 |
Gold Medal, All-Singapore Chinese Calligrahy Competition, Singapore |
| 1978 |
Distinction Prize, Chinese Calligraphy Competition, Singapore / 2nd Prize, UOB Chinese Art Competition, Singapore |
| 2000 |
Silver Medal, International Oriental Art Exhibition, Holland |
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SELECTED SOLO EXHIBITION
| 1985 |
Kuching, Sabah, Malaysia |
| 1998 |
Chicago, USA |
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SELECTED COLLECTIONS
His Excellency, President S.R. Nathan of Singapore
United Overseas Bank Group,
Singapore
Du Pont Singapore Pte Ltd
American Express
Gerald Jordan, Associate Professor of History, Faculty of Arts, Toronto-Canada
Buddhist Cultural Centre, Singapore
UNICEF
Hong Leong City Development (on display at Republic Plaza)
Mr. Loh Wing Siew,
Director of Keppel Corporation
Mr. & Mrs. Leonard, Estee Lauder Cosmetics
Pte Ltd
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CHEH KAI HON
Master Carver
Cheh Kai Hon studied Chinese Calligraphy and Seal Carving under Master Yong
Cheong Thye, and is recognized as one of Asia Pacific’s most respected wood
carver. His skills is much sort after. Cheh has executed important royal
commissions from Asian monarchs, such as the King of Malaysia , His Majesty
Sultan Azlan Shah. He has also successfully completed a commission to carve the
official presidential crest on a chair used by The President of the Republic of
Singapore, which ois displayed in the Singapore Parliament House. Another
important milestone for Cheh was his execution of the fine wood detailing
inside the luxuriously appointed carriages of the world-famous Orient Express
Train.
Cheh has been invited by the Singapore Tourism Board and Singapore Airlines to
display his art in overseas exhibitions. His work has travelled with him to
exhibitions in London, England; Auckland and Otago in New Zealand; Finland and
at various art demonstrations in leading Singapore Hotels. He has also
participated in international calligraphy carving exhibitions in Japan, Korea,
China, Malaysia and Singapore.
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SELECTED SOLO EXHIBITIONS
1986 |
Participated in the Singapore National Day Carnival Art Fair |
1988 |
Invited by Singapore Tourism Board to demonstrate Seal
Carving in London, UK |
1989 |
Invited by Singapore Tourism Board to demonstrate Finger
Painting in Otago, New Zealand. Held Calligraphy Exhibition in Kuala Lumpur,
Malaysia in memory of the late Master Calligrapher Tsue Ta Ti |
1990 |
Invited by Singapore Tourism Board to demonstrate
calligraphy, Finland |
1995 |
Participated in “Seoul 95’ International Calligraphy Carving
Exhibition”, Korea |
1996 |
Invited by Singapore Tourism Board to demonstrate Calligraphy
and Finger
Painting in Auckland, New Zealand
Participated in “1st International Calligraphy Carving Exhibition”, Singapore
Participated in “International Calligraphy Carving Exhibition”, Tokyo, Japan |
1997 |
Participated in “Seoul 97’International Calligraphy Carving
Exhibition”, Korea
Participated in "2nd International Calligraphy Carving Exhibition”, Tokyo,
Japan; and represented Shicheng Calligraphy & Seal Carving Society at the
Opening Ceremony and Seminal
Invited by Singapore Tourism Board to demonstrate Chinese Calligraphy in
Auckland, New Zealand |
1998 |
Participated in “3rd International Calligraphy Carving
Exhibition” held in Wen Zhou, Zhejiang province, China.
Held “The Rising Phoenix”Two men Calligraphy Carving Exhibition in Singapore
Invited by Singapore Tourism Board to demonstrate Chinese Calligraphy in
Auckland, New Zealand |
1999 |
Participated in “4th International Calligraphy Carving
Exhibition “ Seoul, Korea |
2000 |
Participated in “International New Era Oracles Calligraphy
Exhibition”, Anyang , China “Hanlin Wood Carving” solo exhibition, Singapore |
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SELECTED COLLECTIONS
2003 - A wood carving presented to the Singapore President, His Excellency, Mr.
S. R. Nathan by the Member of Parliament for Jalan Besar Dr. Lily Neo during
Mid-Autumn Festival in 2003. The subject of the art piece was “Favorable
Weather”.
A wood carving presented to their Majesties, The Emperor & Empress of
Japan, by Singapore Prime Minister, Mr. Goh Chok Tong on the occasion of the
ASEAN – Japan Commemorative Summit, 11-12 December 2003. The subject of the art
piece was “Exuberance”.
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