Cover ‘I Was Once A Mighty Tiger, But Now I Am An Artist’, by Anas Afandi (Photo: Wei-Ling Gallery)
‘I Was Once A Mighty Tiger, But Now I Am An Artist’, by Anas Afandi (Photo: Wei-Ling Gallery)
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For the discerning collector, an art purchase isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about meaning, legacy, and, in this case, impact
Art lovers, take note—13 one-of-a-kind sculptures by Malaysia’s leading artists are up for grabs, each carrying a deeper purpose beyond aesthetics. The 18@8 Charity Auction, hosted by Wei-Ling Gallery with support from CzipLee and Décopatch, is your opportunity to own a distinctive art piece while making a tangible impact. Every piece is up for auction, with proceeds going to SPCA Selangor, ensuring vital support for animals in need.
Held at Kikyo, The Troika, the event is an intimate intersection of artistry and philanthropy. “18@8 lets collectors acquire unique art from top artists for charity,” said Wei-Ling Gallery Director Lim Wei-Ling. Each artwork transforms a simple paper-mâché cat or dog into a striking artistic statement, reflecting the individual style and vision of the creator.
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“The work that SPCA does for animals in need is truly admirable, and it serves as a reminder that we all have a role to play in making the world a kinder place for them,” says Kesavan Purusotman, managing director of Continuum Hospitality Group who owns Kikyo.
The artists and their stories
From the symbolic to the sentimental, these sculptures reveal as much about the artist as they do about the cause.
“Play fuels imagination, and we hope this initiative inspires generosity, connection, and a deeper appreciation for creativity within our community,” says CzipLee Director Alvin Chen.
Above Anas Afandi’s ‘I Was Once A Mighty Tiger, But Now I Am An Artist’ reimagines a once-fierce Malayan tiger, now a tame housecat—an allegory for the creative industry’s struggles. (Photo: Wei-Ling Gallery)
Anas Afandi’s ‘I Was Once A Mighty Tiger, But Now I Am An Artist’ reimagines a once-fierce Malayan tiger, now a tame housecat—an allegory for the creative industry’s struggles. (Photo: Wei-Ling Gallery)
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Above Anisa Abdullah’s ‘Si Cempuk’ is a study in precision and playfulness, her layered paper collages forming a dynamic, tactile composition. (Photo: Wei-Ling Gallery)
Anisa Abdullah’s ‘Si Cempuk’ is a study in precision and playfulness, her layered paper collages forming a dynamic, tactile composition. (Photo: Wei-Ling Gallery)
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Above Chen Wei Meng’s ‘The Seeded Dog’ is a vibrant, textured sculpture covered in seed-like dots, emphasizing renewal, potential, and natural cycles. (Photo: Wei-Ling Gallery)
Chen Wei Meng’s ‘The Seeded Dog’ is a vibrant, textured sculpture covered in seed-like dots, emphasizing renewal, potential, and natural cycles. (Photo: Wei-Ling Gallery)
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Above Cheng Yen Pheng’s ‘Little Dot’ captures a moment of loyalty, depicting a small dog carrying a foxtail in its mouth, frozen in the wind. (Photo: Wei-Ling Gallery)
Cheng Yen Pheng’s ‘Little Dot’ captures a moment of loyalty, depicting a small dog carrying a foxtail in its mouth, frozen in the wind. (Photo: Wei-Ling Gallery)
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Above Cheong Kiet Cheng’s ‘Black Bean’ celebrates human-animal bonds, featuring intricate illustrations of people on the sculpture to symbolise a beloved pet’s connection to family. (Photo: Wei-Ling Gallery)
Cheong Kiet Cheng’s ‘Black Bean’ celebrates human-animal bonds, featuring intricate illustrations of people on the sculpture to symbolise a beloved pet’s connection to family. (Photo: Wei-Ling Gallery)
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Above Chin Kong Yee’s Unwavering Flow uses traditional Chinese lacquer techniques to capture life’s highs and lows, mirroring the unwavering loyalty of dogs. (Photo: Wei-Ling Gallery)
Chin Kong Yee’s Unwavering Flow uses traditional Chinese lacquer techniques to capture life’s highs and lows, mirroring the unwavering loyalty of dogs. (Photo: Wei-Ling Gallery)
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Above Choy Chun Wei’s ‘Impression of Halong’ is an abstract, layered interpretation of Vietnam’s Ha Long Bay, transforming memory and movement into a tangible form. (Photo: Wei-Ling Gallery)
Choy Chun Wei’s ‘Impression of Halong’ is an abstract, layered interpretation of Vietnam’s Ha Long Bay, transforming memory and movement into a tangible form. (Photo: Wei-Ling Gallery)
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Above Hamidi Hadi’s ‘Adorable’ is a joyful, painterly explosion of colors inspired by the affectionate presence of a pet cat. (Photo: Wei-Ling Gallery)
Hamidi Hadi’s ‘Adorable’ is a joyful, painterly explosion of colors inspired by the affectionate presence of a pet cat. (Photo: Wei-Ling Gallery)
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Above Ivan Lam’s ‘Sàm’ is a deeply personal family collaboration with his daughters’ creative contributions, turning a dog-shaped canvas into an intergenerational conversation about art and identity. (Photo: Wei-Ling Gallery)
Ivan Lam’s ‘Sàm’ is a deeply personal family collaboration with his daughters’ creative contributions, turning a dog-shaped canvas into an intergenerational conversation about art and identity. (Photo: Wei-Ling Gallery)
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Above Khabir Roslan’s ‘Guardian of the Silence’ explores transformation and decay, its crackled surface textures a testament to impermanence and rebirth. (Photo: Wei-Ling Gallery)
Khabir Roslan’s ‘Guardian of the Silence’ explores transformation and decay, its crackled surface textures a testament to impermanence and rebirth. (Photo: Wei-Ling Gallery)
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Above Sean Lean’s ‘Diptych’ plays with contrast—its serene, porcelain-like exterior hides a fierce cerulean dragon within, a meditation on identity and hidden strength. (Photo: Wei-Ling Gallery)
Sean Lean’s ‘Diptych’ plays with contrast—its serene, porcelain-like exterior hides a fierce cerulean dragon within, a meditation on identity and hidden strength. (Photo: Wei-Ling Gallery)
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Above Wong Chee Meng’s ‘Wang Cai’ channels traditional symbols of prosperity into a vibrant, contemporary sculpture. (Photo: Wei-Ling Gallery)
Wong Chee Meng’s ‘Wang Cai’ channels traditional symbols of prosperity into a vibrant, contemporary sculpture. (Photo: Wei-Ling Gallery)
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Above Yau Bee Ling’s ‘The Joy Keeper’ pairs a painted pup with a meticulously sculpted cupcake, a meditation on indulgence and restraint. (Photo: Wei-Ling Gallery)
Yau Bee Ling’s ‘The Joy Keeper’ pairs a painted pup with a meticulously sculpted cupcake, a meditation on indulgence and restraint. (Photo: Wei-Ling Gallery)
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Over the years, the 18@8 exhibition series has redefined how art engages with society. From addressing themes of vice and virtue to national identity, each iteration of the event challenges artists to push creative boundaries while serving a larger purpose. This year’s ‘pLAy’ edition—where the simple act of embellishing paper-mâché figures transformed into a movement of generosity—underscores that art is as much about action as it is about aesthetics.
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