Hendra Gunawan: The Maestro

Hendra Gunawan is undoubtedly one of the most brilliant and outstanding Indonesian Maestros. While the young Hendra was a self-taught artist, he was born with a gift of great artistic talent. He later studied under Affandi, his enlightenment teacher who was another great Indonesian Maestro too. Both Hendra and Affandi were the most beloved artists of our late Indonesian President Sukarno; Hendra's first solo exhibition was even inaugurated by Sukarno himself. Hendra's unique painting style and bold brushstrokes makes the audiences fall in love at first sight. His expertise in employing bright colors and creative passion on the canvas was truly unrivaled.

Published and launched in cooperation with a number of curators (art enthusiasts, critics, art history writers), notable art collectors and the prestigious Christie's auction house, this richly illustrated art book is a complete and academic review of the works of Hendra. It reveals the artist's artistic colorful and arduous career path throughout life. Created both for educational and inspirational purposes, it serves as a reference for art lovers, art critics and art collectors. This book will be a fitting tribute; an opportunity for the next generations and future artists worldwide to see and understand our excellent Indonesian Maestro.

Hardcover with dust jacket and slipcase

Book condition: New

Dust Jacket condition: New

Slipcase condition: New

Authors: Agus Dermawan T., Sunyata Wangsadarma, Hu Yung Fen

Dimensions: 28 x 37 cm

Print length: 288 pages

Language: English, Indonesian, Chinese

Publication date: 2022