About the Creation
From the Baba Nyonya Series, “Enamel Food Container” is a watercolor artwork seamlessly marrying impressionism and realism. The piece captures the elegance of a beautiful enamel food container adorned with intricate flower motifs. Originating from the kitchens of the Straits Chinese Peranakan or Baba Nyonya, this container is traditionally found in plain pastel colors. The artist skillfully brings to life the delicate details and cultural richness of this Straits Chinese culinary artifact in a single captivating painting.
