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Nyoman Masiadi - Freeway (Bebas Hambatan) [2014]

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Nyoman Masiadi - Freeway (Bebas Hambatan) [2014]

Known for his multilayered humour and double entendres, Masriadi (born 1973) exemplifies the most important theme and primary concern throughout his career with Freeway. Drawing inspirations from his experiences, Masriadi’s creation are always larger than life: archetypal, but at the same time vibrant, sumptuous, energised and yet underlined by a hint of mystery. Leading his viewers on with a façade of simplicity, yet sharing their delight when the real secret is unveiled, it is ultimately the human element and its fascination with power that consummately captivate both artist and audience. 

In Freeway, a bold silhouette and a blaze of vivid colours command the viewer’s attention, drawing one’s gaze to the lone male figure on a motorbike. A wizened middle-aged man with a blonde handle-bar moustache, reminiscent of celebrity wrestler Hulk Hogan, is seen riding a thunderous motorcycle. He’s wearing an electric blue helmet, an aubergine jacket, paired with hot chilli-red jeans, emerald gloves and matching goggles and a green scarf fluttering in the wind. It could not be clearer that this biker shuns the all-black norm usually associated with his biker compatriots. Instead, he is a non-conformist, riding into the sunset a lone-ranger. 

[Sotheby’s, Hong Kong - Acrylic on canvas, 150 x 200 cm]

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