An Indonesian maestro, Affandi emerged as a self-taught painter with a penchant for raw, expressive strokes derived from his vibrant life in Java.
Forgoing brushes, he manipulated tubes directly onto the canvas, channeling spontaneity and accentuating emotions, thus pioneering an unorthodox technique that made his work instantly recognizable.
His paintings pulsate with visceral intensity, distilling poignant human experiences into captivating visual symphonies.