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Ismail Mat Hussin is one of Malaysia’s most celebrated batik artists, known for elevating the traditional craft into fine art. Born in Kelantan in 1938, he drew inspiration from the east coast’s cultural life, often portraying farmers, fishermen and villagers in scenes filled with warmth and dignity as can be viewed in this captivating creation. Using wax and dye to create narrative compositions, he captured the rhythms of rural life with earthy tones and fluid patterns. His works not only preserve the spirit of kampung life but also established batik painting as a significant form of Malaysian modern art. Ismail’s painting’s can be found in various galleries, a few being PETRONAS, Bank Negara, ESSO, Maybank and the National Art Gallery of Kuala Lumpur. This “Mengirakan Ikan Tangkapan” piece is a beautiful paradox, an everyday seaside village occurrence that resulted into something that looks regal and grandiose. With rich, vivid earthy browns, oranges and yellows, Ismail Mat Hussin captures once more the spirit of the East Coast with a sunny rendition and disposition of fishermen fussing with their catch and nets at the shoreline.