Monday 22 January 2018

Art: ‘ALEGORI’ - Documenting Malay Cultural Heritage in Classical Manuscripts Launched at the ALEGORI Exhibition @ Galeri PETRONAS


GALERI PETRONAS,  a venue run by Malaysian oil & gas company PETRONAS, meant for Malaysian and international artists to showcase their works and inspire thought-leadership had recently launched a publication to complement its ongoing ALEGORI Exhibition. The book, which showcasesContemporary Art Expressions from Malay Manuscripts exhibition which explores the concepts and metaphorical thinking derived from classical Malay manuscripts.

ALEGORI, the book, examines the ancient laws and practices entrenched behind strong values and culture that remain prevalent in society’s current pursuit of modern civilization.  It is a collection of essays from Malay manuscripts that reflect the original thinking and wisdom of the Malay society (lest we forget and suddenly become some other race as what seems to be happening these days - how stupid some of us are).

PETRONAS’ Chairman Tan Sri Sidek Hassan (sixth from left), Sasterawan Negara, Professor Emeritus Dr Muhammad Haji Salleh (eight from left) at the launch of the ALEGORI publication, accompanied by PETRONAS Senior General Manager of Group Strategic Communications, Zahariah (Liza) Abdul Rahman (fourth from right), GALERI PETRONAS Director Joseph Edwin (third from left), as well as all the participating artists and guest writers of ALEGORI. 

A total of 11 local and regional writers from various institutions contributed to the publication. The book is a collaboration between GALERI PETRONAS and the Malaysian Institute of Translation & Books (ITBM).

PETRONAS Chairman Tan Sri Sidek Hassan who officiated the launch of the book said that "GALERI PETRONAS is honoured to launch the ALEGORI Publication today as part of our continuous commitment to our ‘Amanah’ and our responsibility to create a positive environment for Malaysians to truly embrace our arts and cultural heritage."

“This publication delves into detailed expositions from various subjects and practices of a civilisation ranging from history; law and jurisprudence; weaponry and craftsmanship to laws of nature which are advanced into medicinal, seafaring and astronomy. These are subjects which are still prevalent today in pursuit of contemporary civilisations with views and approaches deeply rooted in the rich grounds of values and culture. Values and culture are two of the very essential foundations of PETRONAS’ own pursuit of excellence since its inception.”

GALERI PETRONAS Head of Art Management, Ratna Siti Akbari conducting the curatorial walkthrough for the guests at the ALEGORI publication launch. 

Also at the launch was Sasterawan Negara (National Writer Laureate) Professor Emeritus Dr. Muhammad Hj Salleh and PETRONAS Senior General Manager of Group Strategic Communications, Zahariah (Liza) Abdul Rahman. 

The ALEGORI publication is available for purchase at the GALERI PETRONAS Gift Shop located at the Suria KLCC.

As for the ALEGORI exhibition, the GALERI PETRONAS states that it prompts visitors to explore the connection between the manuscripts and artifacts on exhibit, including 10 selected contemporary installation artworks by featured Southeast Asian and local artists. 

Andrialis, Nur Aniza, Intan Natasha - Emansipasi Wanita Melayu

The exhibition features artwork by Malaysian artists Andrialis Abdul Rahman together with Intan Natasha Abdul Azim and Nur Aniza Mohd Lazim, Fadzil Idris, Mohd Azlan Mohd Latib, Samsudin Wahab, and Syafiq Ali’am as well as regional artists Alwin Reamillo (the Philippines), Htein Lin (Myanmar), Nasirun and Titarubi (Indonesia), and Nguyen Phuong Linh (Vietnam). 

Visitors who have yet to view the ALEGORI Exhibition can visit GALERI PETRONAS on Level 3, Suria KLCC. The exhibition ends 4 February 2018 and admission is free.

 Alwin Reamillo - Jose Rixal, Eroe Nazionale
 Fadzil Idris - Empayar
 Nasirun - Between Worlds



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