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Regarded as a pioneering innovator of batik painting, Dato' Chuah Thean Teng is renowned for his vibrant portrayals of communal life, often depicting figures living harmoniously within idyllic village landscapes. In this work on paper, he revisits his signature theme of mother and child, presenting a tender and affectionate moment. Clad in a floral-patterned skirt, the mother embraces her two children, a gesture that poignantly conveys affection, comfort and a sense of security. Dato' Chuah Thean Teng not only founded a distinct genre of world art but was also recognised internationally, as he was selected among the distinguished artists featured in the Commonwealth Artists of Fame exhibition commemorating Queen Elizabeth II's Silver Jubilee in 1977. His achievements were honoured with a landmark Retrospective at the National Art Gallery in 1965, followed by a Tribute exhibition in 2008, as well as a 1994 Retrospective at the Penang State Art Gallery. In acknowledgment of his cultural contributions, the Penang State Government conferred upon him the title of Dato' in 1998 and the ‘Live Heritage Award' in 2005. Fondly known as Teng, he also established the Yahong Art Gallery, first in Leith Street (1953) and later in Batu Ferringhi (1994). He was acknowledged as the "Father of Batik Painting" by Professor Michael Sullivan in his book Chinese Art in the 20th Century (1959).