Catalogue Raisonné Reference:

LEE MAN FONG: A Maestro's Legacy in Indonesian and Chinese Art, Aminudin, Vol. 1, First Edition, Arts Reader, Singapore - Netherlands - Indonesia, 2019, pp. 23 - 27.

Lee Man Fong, born in Guangzhou, China in 1913, was a prominent artist in Indonesia and Singapore. After moving to Singapore in 1917, he studied at the Anglo-Chinese School and continued his artistic training, specializing in Chinese brush painting and oil painting. In 1932, he relocated to Java, Dutch East Indies (Indonesia), working various jobs before dedicating himself to painting in 1941. Known for his exceptional skills, he became the palace painter under President Soekarno in the 1950s, leaving an enduring legacy in the art world. His artwork, "Madurese Satay Vendor and Customers," captures the vibrant atmosphere of a satay vendor's cart, showcasing the essence of Indonesian culture and community.