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Ferringhi, Penang Island's beautiful beach resort, has more to offer
than just sun and surf. Located in its midst is Yahong Art Gallery,
the largest arts and crafts center on the island. Yahong brings
together a rich variety of artwork and
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handicrafts
by both Mlaysian and Asian artists. The Yahong Art Gallery is also
home to Malaysia's most celebrated batik artist, Chuah Thean Teng.
Teng's brilliant batik paintings, coupled with the work of his two
artist sons, are displayed in the gallery's upper level.
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Yahong
Gallery attractively displays the original batik paintings of Chuah
thean Teng. His works are avidly sought by both private collectors
and museums throughout the world.
Teng enjoys notability as the father and |
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of batik painting. He has transformed the ancient craft of batik into
a fine art form. In addition, two of Teng's sons are fine artists
working in batik painting as well as several other mediums.
Although Teng's paintings occupy a prominent position in the gallery,
Yahong also displays works of other notable artists in watercolour,
Chinese ink and oil. Yahong's engaging display of vivid art work will
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Browsing
through Yahong Art Gallery's lower levels, the visitor will discover
unique treasures for the most discerning in exotic gifts. An ancient
Malaysian medicine horn, a Sarawakian Chief's staff or exquisite
Chinese cloisonne, and extraordinary
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Chinese
tile pictures; Yahong provides a feast for the buyer of uniqueness.
Yahong offers a selection of the finest Selangor Pewter, Malaysia's
gift to the world. Choose from |
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and tea sets, ale mugs and vases in both traditional and modern variations.
Or select a jewellery case of collector's item to serve as a momento
of your stay in Malaysia. |
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Batik
is an ancient art form used to adorn the festive clothing of many
peoples througout Asia. Today designers are using cotton and silk
batik to fashion their lines with exotic flavours. Yahong provides
shoppers with clothing, such as shirts, |
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dresses,
children's clothers and even tablecloths, scarves and handbags from
batik materials. Visitors are encouraged to watch demonstrations
on the fascinating craftwork of batik printing. Witness the process
of batik dyeing
as the craftsman prints molten wax
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selected areas of the material using a copper block. As the material
is dyed, the exposed or unwaxed areas will absorb the dye. The process
is continued until the desired oattern is achieved. As the wax is
removed, the visitor will be delighted with the resulting designs. |
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Yahong
offers a wide selection of fine Chinese jewellery made from ivory,
jade, lapis lazuli and other semiprecious stones. There are also distinctive
carvings from the very same semiprecious stones.
A select collection of antiques will trasport |
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visitor to a time of mysticism and wonder in Malaysian history.
Even the most casual buyer will be enchanted with the fascinating
history of many of Yahong's newest aquisitions. This is an area
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will captive those who choose to buy or those who are simply browsing.
Packing and shipping of purchases will be quickly and courteously
handled by Yahongs' capable staff, and any location can be accommodated.
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