MESSAGE FROM THE CEO OF SIDHARTA AUCTIONEER

Dear Art Collectors,

Sidharta Auctioneer is humbly presents an exceptional edition of Contemporary Art through this Ramadan Charity Auction. In partnership with Pusat Studi Al-Quran (PSQ) or Center of Al-Quran Study established by Quraish Shihab, to celebrate its significant 20 years of commitment, we are fostering an inclusive and moderate approach to Islam through art. With this, we are embracing art as visual objects that are created through expressions of skill, imagination or intuition that sends messages of virtuousness.

It is not only about artistic calligraphy, but all forms that remind us of our meditative stage,reflection upon our life journey and spiritual experience. It is a form of appreciation toward what we see, feel and how unique we are; it is savoring gifted talents used to express acceptance, contemplation and gratefulness. It shows devotion to the higher being and universe. As goodness comes around and goes around, all shall live in harmony.

We stage as many as 39 artworks by 26 Indonesian artists, from emerging artists to established maestros, that have been carefully curated by Agung Hujatmika and PSQ to participate in this special auction. The proceeds of the sales will be donated to PSQ to support its scholarship educational programs, sowing the values of the Al-Quran that are focused on a moderate and inclusive approach to Islam.

Herewith are the participating contemporary artists: Agus Baqul, Amin Taasha, Anis Affandi, Arin Dwihartanto Sunaryo, Dadang Sudrajat, Dikdik Sayahdikumullah, Eko Nugroho, Garis Edelweisse, Hanafi, Ilham Khoiri, Joko Dwi Afianto, Jumaldi Alfi, Kemalezedine Kalzubir, Maharani Mancanegara, Mujahidin Nurrahman, Nasirun, Nessar Esar, Prabu Perdana, Rosid, RE. Hartanto, Sam Bimbo, Samsul Arifin, Sunaryo, Suvi Wahyudianto, Umar Faruq and Yunizar.

All auction facilities are available. Online auction starts now, public viewing is open on March 19 to 21, at D Gallery and the live auction is on Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 4:00 PM.

As part of Sidharta Auctioneer’s commitment and contribution to this charity program, we only apply a 10% buyer’s commission (instead of the usual 22%) on top of the hammer price for the winning bidder. Seize this moment of a blessed Ramadan, supporting inclusivity and promoting harmony through art by Indonesia’s renowned artists.

Salam,