This evocative painting by Lim Tze Peng captures the timeless atmosphere of the Singapore River, with bumboats gliding gently across the water against the backdrop of Boat Quay’s historic shophouses and warehouses. The artist’s bold ink strokes and subtle washes bring to life the energy of maritime trade and the character of the riverside architecture. It is both a documentary of Singapore’s mercantile history and a lyrical celebration of a vanishing landscape, making it a prized work for discerning collectors.