In-depth look at the 9 artworks that received the highest bids at the 'DRIVEN' event – INN News

In-depth look at the 9 artworks that received the highest bids at 'DRIVEN', the biggest art exhibition and auction by The Art Auction Center.

Creating a new legend for the Thai art auction industry once again after The Art Auction Center, Thailand's number one art auction company. Launching an exhibition and auction of art works at the end of 2024 in a grand manner in 'DRIVEN' among collectors and art lovers. Come and admire 133 valuable works of art from leading artists in the industry up close.
At the event, viewers were also able to experience the ultimate automobiles by 911 Assistant, the country's leading Porsche service center, which showcased special edition Porsche cars in the heart of River City Bangkok, indicating their exquisite design and excellent performance. Displayed alongside artwork It inspires new discoveries in the beauty that extends beyond art, conveying the 'drive' at the heart of both worlds. Before the auction was held on Sunday, November 24, 2024, and the highest auction total was over 41 million baht!
Behind the Masterpieces: 9 Artworks with the Highest Auctions on DRIVEN
Artworks make the most bids Not only reflects beauty But it is caused by a combination of many factors. Both the artist's reputation Techniques used in creativity The story behind the work Including the popular trends of that era, it is an emotional and spiritual investment. It reflects taste and understanding of the value of art. It is also an indicator of future trends in the art market. Makes collectors excited every time they see a fierce auction. It was like a struggle to own a piece of history. Let's delve deeper into the stories behind the 9 artworks that received the highest bids at DRIVEN!

1. Thawan Duchanee “FISHING BOAT / Tangkae” (year 1967) auction statistics 5,454,350 baht
Works that reflect powerful, complex lines. and a calm blue tone Conveying the tranquility and mystery of the sea The semi-abstract image of the ship displayed against a backdrop of soft alternating greens and blues is packed with emotion. Playing light and shadow that captures the rhythm of the movement of the waves Sweep the sign with a trowel in an coordinated geometric pattern in the Cubic style. This important work was hung in the restaurant of JUSMAGTHAI during the Vietnam War. It is a rare work that clearly has Western influences in the era when Thawan had just graduated from abroad.

2. Chatchai Puipia “UNTITLED” (2013) Auction statistics 4,293,850 baht
nature, time, seasons change Human life revolves around The origins of men meet and then they disappear. Chatchai Puipia conveys solitude. Seeking and realizing inner consciousness Reflect thoughts and emotions in your heart. Express calm through facial expressions and use of color. The butterflies fly around and sniff. It symbolizes change and growth in humans. Understanding, embracing and returning to normal brings humanity back to the dust.

3. Damrong Wongupparat “GOLDEN MOUNT / Golden Mountain” (year 1961) Auction statistics 3,249,400 baht. A rare and important work of Damrong that sparkles with this beautiful diamond. Created during the era when artists won National Art Awards. This image reflects exquisite details. Through various elements, whether it be the surface, the weave pattern of the wood Wall board pattern and roofing material surfaces that has been meticulously drawn, maintaining its realism Presenting pictures of the Golden Mountain The beauty of Thai house architecture and way of life Distilled through the artist's thoughts, using a vertical perspective presented in modern art. Reflecting the connection between life and religious faith being integrated together.

4. Thawee Nanthakwang “BIRD OF PARADISE” (year 1978) Auction statistics 3,133,350 baht
Surrealism work by Thawee Nantakwang, an artist who was one of the first to create surreal art in Thailand. Bird of Paradise seen in the picture is a tree that does not exist in the real world. But it is a tree that was conveyed from the artist's imagination. Create an atmosphere filled with an aura of solitude and mystery. By using light and colors that don't actually exist. This work therefore indicates Thawee's unique character.

5. Prathuang Emcharoen “UNIVERSAL LOVERS / Universe Lovers” (1994) Auction statistics 2,204,952 baht.
This work is published in the book “The Spirit of Art” The universe is endlessly vast. A moment when millions of stars were fading away. Some exploded to create new star streams. In the midst of loneliness where matter is scattered and chaotic The power of the universe is attracted to it. Bring lovers together Prathueng conveys the beauty of that abstract phenomenon. With a pair of bold colors Detailed lines highlight the power of the stars that are unleashed upon each other. It is like a journey of thousands of light years. Human life is as long as the light of a shooting star streaking across the sky. But in just the blink of an eye Our love has found a place

6. Thongmai Thepram “WHERE DID WE COME FROM? WHY WERE WE BORN? WHERE ARE WE GOING?” (2022) Auction statistics 1,392,600 baht
Thongmai's large-scale contemporary paintings Presenting words to reflect on life The journey of the animal characters The unique use of bright, bold colors and shading that creates clear dimensions appear in the work. In addition, the principles of Buddhism are the heart of communication. It talks about life being lived according to the way. When someone is awake and has wisdom as the light of knowledge and insight to guide them. There are always people who wander in the dark. But when did they choose to take off the binding? Their eyes will no longer be blind.

7. WHAAM!” (Year 2022) Auction statistics 1,856,800 baht
This work will be featured in the solo exhibition “WHAAM!” at Black Book Gallery, Denver, Colorado, USA, 2022. 'This work cleverly critiques pop art in a cartoonish way. Mick who looks fun With an army of cute little birds acting as philosophical rebels Questioning the idea of ​​creating contemporary art in an era of cultural appreciation. Is the provenance of the ideas in the work accessible to anyone, or is this just lending a hand to existentialism to elevate the image of consumerism? Labeled as high art Replacing facts with beliefs, faith creates distorted truths. Foolishly references icons of the pop art trend in his works. Both with praise and questions at the same time.

8. Prathueng Emcharoen “ABSTRACT SCENERY / Abstract landscape” (2005) Auction statistics 1,740,750 baht.
This work has been published in a book and displayed in an exhibition. 'A hundred stripes of all colors', a legend of life and society At the Bangkok Art and Culture Center, 2016, it conveys the melody of nature with the atmosphere of the moment and the sunlight from the sun as a melody, deliberately covering the sign with a solid, dark color frame that complains of suffering. Reflects the state of mind and way of life at that time. Combined with the movement of the brush overlapping layers of paint when the arrival of Western art cults spread their influence in Thailand in the year 1957, it resulted in a painting style that was quite different from works from other eras. It is a work of art that embraces the soulful process of artistic pursuit.

9. Thawan Duchanee “Serpent” (year 1977) Auction statistics 1,392,600 baht
Another rare work of art by Thawan Duchanee, which many people are familiar with mostly from images of elephants, horses, cows, and buffaloes. But in this picture, the artist flicks the tip of his brush into the shape of a serpent opening its mouth. To hold the jaw in place after swallowing the victim. In addition to the 'serpent' being an unusual and rare image of the artist. The techniques used to create the works are still new. By turning the brush to create weight to represent the muscles of various parts of the serpent, it is as if the serpent is moving and alive in the painting. It is a valuable work that is worthy of collecting.

In addition, the event also has outstanding and rarely seen artworks from many famous artists. that reflect many impressive unique and unique perspectives. The Art Auction Center also announces good news that Get ready for an important exhibition and auction. To be held this coming February 2025!

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