Raphael Scott Ahbeng Museum

Raphael Scott Ahbeng Museum Education : Early education in Singai and Bau
- moved to Batu Lintang Government School in 1954
- moved to Government Secondary School in Miri in 1958

Raphael Scott Ahbeng Born in 1939 in the Bau district of Sarawak, Raphael Scott Ahbeng was one of the first Borneo artists to gain recognition for his art that embraces abstraction. Raphael’s first attempt to paint was at age 9, and he continues to paint even today and even after a recent hand operation. It has been over 60 years since his first painting, and Raphael has gone from strength to stre

ngth, always attempting to do better, be a better painter and does it with great passion and determination. A multifaceted character with many talents he has been a teacher of the Arts and English language, a cartoonist and even a radio producer, but his greatest ambition was always to be an artist. To date, he is the first most successful and renowned artist from Malaysia Borneo with collections at Petronas Gallery, the National Art Gallery Malaysia and more. Raphael Scott Ahbeng has an exceptionally strong signature utilising powerful and dynamic brushstrokes, as well as vibrant and intense colour schemes. Awarded a scholarship to Bath Academy of Art in England in 1964, Raphael traveled extensively in France, Spain Italy and Germany. It is in these travels that Raphael had the great opportunity to experience first hand the works of great European masters. His art is the sum of all his experiences, in Europe and in his time working in drama and radio. Innovative and holding universal appeal, it is no wonder that his works have travelled the globe to be part of international collections. Despite these influences and Raphael’s distinct modern international feel, at the heart of all his paintings is a strong sense of self. Culture, heritage, and a joyful homey feeling radiate from his boards and canvases, conveyed through striking colour and forms that mirror the monumental and boundless landscapes that make up Sarawak his home. Raphael’s artworks reveal his own unique and bold character.

23/01/2023
Happy International Women’s Day
08/03/2022

Happy International Women’s Day

Artedecor Exhibition at WTCKL from 3-6 March 2022 BOOTH 156
03/03/2022

Artedecor Exhibition at WTCKL from 3-6 March 2022 BOOTH 156

27/02/2022

James Ong’s first adventure to RSA museum, a best kept secret in town. One of his favourite RSA works is “Jungle Marriage”. James shares his thoughts, especially on the use of single color by the acclaimed artist to bring out the subject. He has a degree from University of Portland, Oregan, major in accountancy and minor in fine arts. James enjoys finer things in life such as Chinese tea where he administers and moderates Taetea / Dayi Tea Fan Club (益茶会) with over 4400 followers.

Sarawak’s most eloquent master of colour and paint, as aptly described by Ar. Alan Kor Loong Lau of PAM Pertubuhan Akite...
18/11/2021

Sarawak’s most eloquent master of colour and paint, as aptly described by Ar. Alan Kor Loong Lau of PAM Pertubuhan Akitek Malaysia Sarawak Chapter.

Visiting Raphael Scott Ahbeng at his Bau house was like visiting a favourite elderly uncle. Walking with the aid of a stick, he greeted me warmly like an old friend, even though we had only ever met once before. He was genuinely delighted to have company, and he guided me through the verdant grounds...

“The most important thing in art is the FRAME. For painting: literally; for other arts: figuratively-- because, without ...
07/11/2021

“The most important thing in art is the FRAME. For painting: literally; for other arts: figuratively-- because, without this humble appliance, you can't know where The Art stops and The Real World begins. You have to put a 'box' around it because otherwise, what is that s**t on the wall?”
Frank Zappa

by Raphael Scott Ahbeng

Humidity control at Raphael Scott Ahbeng Museum
31/08/2021

Humidity control at Raphael Scott Ahbeng Museum

03/06/2021

👋 Happy Sunday from Claude Monet's sunset "Coucher de soleil sur la mer" that will be one of the highlights of Sotheby's summer evening sale in London on June 29th.⁠
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