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Yeh Chi-Wei Most Popular Paintings

The 5 artworks by Yeh Chi-Wei our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 5 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Yeh Chi-Wei · 1913 – 1981

Drummer

National Gallery Singapore, Singapore · original 91 x 104 cm

Explore Yeh Chi Wei's captivating 'Drummer,' a portrait reflecting Southeast Asian influences with elongated figures and textured muted colors. Discover more about Singapore’s pioneering artist.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 1 of 5 artworks by Yeh Chi-Wei
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Untitled (Two Standing Figures with Horse Carriage)

1969 · National Museum of Singapore, Singapore · original 50 x 920 cm

Two elongated figures stand beside a horse carriage in this evocative 1969 masterpiece by pioneer Yeh Chi-Wei, capturing a quiet moment of connection through muted tones and textured fields that invite you to explore his legacy.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 5 artworks by Yeh Chi-Wei
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Untitled

1981 · National Museum of Singapore, Singapore · original 85 x 965 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 5 artworks by Yeh Chi-Wei
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Women of the Philippines

1976 · National Museum of Singapore, Singapore · original 996 x 1123 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 5 artworks by Yeh Chi-Wei
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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The Dayak Plays the Musical Instrument

1981 · National Museum of Singapore, Singapore · original 550 x 1640 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 5 of 5 artworks by Yeh Chi-Wei
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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The artist

Yeh Chi-Wei

1913 – 1981

Quick facts

Lifespan68 years
Top 3 worksDrummer, Untitled (Two Standing Figures with Horse Carriage), Untitled
NationalityChina
Died1981
Art periodModern
Color intensitymonochromatic

Biography

a pioneer in singapore's art scene

yeh chi-wei, a trailblazer in singapore's art landscape, left an indelible mark with his unique style. born in fuzhou, china in 1913, yeh's artistic journey is a testament to the confluence of asian and southeast asian influences.

early life and education

yeh graduated from xinhua academy of fine arts in shanghai in 1936. this foundational education laid the groundwork for his future endeavors as an art teacher in malaya and singapore until 1964.

artistic contributions and style

yeh was an active member of various art groups, initiating a series of painting trips to southeast asian and asian countries since 1960.
his works often feature elongated figures in black, framed by textured fields of muted color, reflecting his quiet and thoughtful approach.
notable artworks include:
- untitled (85 x 965 cm, national museum of singapore, oil on canvas)
- the dayak plays the musical instrument (550 x 1640 cm, national museum of singapore, oil on canvas)
- untitled (two standing figures with horse carriage) (50 x 920 cm, national museum of singapore, oil on canvas)

legacy and influence

yeh chi-wei's legacy is a blend of asian sensibilities with the essence of southeast asian culture. his art not only reflects his own experiences but also influences future generations of artists. view more of yeh chi-wei's artworks on ArtsDot.com: [https://ArtsDot.com/@/yeh-chi-wei](https://ArtsDot.com/@/yeh-chi-wei) explore the national museum of singapore's collection on ArtsDot.com: /en/art/show/art-d3c6uh-en/ learn more about yeh chi-wei's life and art on wikipedia: [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/yeh_chi_wei](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/yeh_chi_wei)

Questions & Answers

Where are Yeh Chi-Wei's artworks grouped by palette?

Yeh Chi-Wei's works can be browsed by color palette on the artist's By Palettes page.

Where are Yeh Chi-Wei's artworks grouped by art movement?

The All Movements page groups Yeh Chi-Wei's artworks by art movement.

Where are Yeh Chi-Wei's artworks grouped by keywords?

Yeh Chi-Wei's works can be explored by keyword on the artist's By Keywords page. Each keyword groups the related artworks.

By the ArtsDot.com Editorial Team Updated Oct. 11, 2026

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