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This painting by Gunawan Hanjaya, depicts red
gunaWan hanjaya roses in front of a gateway, with a bicycle and an
(b. Solo, C. Java, 1954)
old Betawi lamp and shade. Given he title “Sepeda
Jokowi”, it make us wonder: is the artist hoping for
Sepeda Jokowi
an opportunity to win a bike from the Indonesian
oil on canvas President? The President is known for giving out
35 x 27 cm bicycles to those who answer his quizzes, sometimes
signed (lower right):”Gunawan” even though they do not answer correctly. It has
become a joke, but one in which people respect the
Rp. 3 - 4.500.000 President for his kindness. This painting seems to
US$ 214 - 321 be a tribute to Jokowi’s kindness as well.
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