In this vivid composition, Lim Tze Peng captures the lifeblood of old Singapore through the bustling activities aboard a tongkang sailing along the Singapore River. Laden with daily necessities, the vessel is animated with figures hard at work, embodying the spirit of trade and survival that once defined the river’s economy. Behind it, a row of warehouses lines the riverbank, their pink and earthy hues glowing under the artist’s radiant washes of gold and green. With expressive ink strokes and bold colors, Lim transforms a scene of labor into a lyrical homage to the resilience, industry, and vibrancy of Singapore’s heritage.