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This vibrant artwork by Lim Tze Peng, Singapore’s most esteemed Cultural Medallion recipient, beautifully captures the historic vitality of Clarke Quay. The composition presents a bump boat gliding steadily towards the riverbank, while a cluster of bumboats—once the lifeline of Singapore’s river trade—are stationed along the banks, their curved roofs laden with goods.

Rendered in Lim’s signature expressive brushwork and warm earthy tones, the painting recalls a bygone era when the Singapore River was the heart of commerce and community. The rhythmic placement of the boats and the bustling riverside houses in the background evoke both movement and nostalgia, bridging past and present.

For collectors and investors, this piece is a cultural treasure: a rare glimpse into Singapore’s early mercantile spirit, immortalized by a master artist whose works are highly sought after worldwide. It stands as both a visual poem and a timeless investment in heritage.