{
  "id": 20096801,
  "title": "Tay Eng Chye: going beyond the familiar",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/15/tay-eng-chye-going-beyond-the-familiar",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-15T01:30:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today-freemalays",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/leisure/2026/11/15/tay-eng-chye-going-beyond-the-familiar"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Malaysian artist Tay Eng Chye, 79, is showcasing a private collection of his own work in an exhibition titled \"Unseen / Ob:seen\" at AweGallery. In a recent interview, the artist stated, \"Everybody has desires. It is simply part of being human.\" These sentiments reflect his decision to bring to light paintings and etchings from his private archives, some of which have remained unseen for decades. The collection explores subjects like physical intimacy and desire, which Tay has typically kept private. He explained, \"Sometimes, these thoughts and experiences find their way into my paintings.\" Tay continues to refine his style, experimenting with looser brushwork and spontaneous approaches to painting. The exhibition, running until November 23, offers a glimpse into Tay's more personal side, moving beyond his usual themes of family life, friendship, and human connection.",
  "summary": "After five decades, the Malaysian-born artist is revealing a more private side of his art in a new exhibition.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}