Ahmad Sadali

Place: Garut

Born: 1924

Death: 1987

Biography:

Early Life and Education

Ahmad Sadali was born on July 29, 1924, in Garut, West Java, Indonesia. He came from a family with diversified businesses, including batik and printing. Sadali's father, Haji Muhammad Djamhari, was a prominent figure in the Muhammadiyah Muslim organization in Garut. Sadali spent his education at HIS Boedi Priyayi Garut and later continued his studies in Yogyakarta. He then entered the Jakarta Islamic College between 1944 and 1945.

Artistic Career

Sadali's artistic career began when he studied at the Faculty of Drawing Teachers at the Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB) from 1948 to 1953. There, he was one of the first students of Ries Mulder, a Dutch painter and lecturer who helped establish the Department of Fine Arts at ITB. Sadali's abstract style, particularly Abstract expressionism and Cubism, was strongly influenced by Mulder's cubist painting style. This abstract style in the Bandung University surprised various parties in the world of Indonesian art.

Notable Works and Style

Sadali is a pioneer of modern Abstract art in Indonesia. His works are characterized by geometric shapes and colors, which he believed reflected his spiritual connection with God. One of his notable works is Skyline of New York, which showcases his unique abstract style. Sadali's works can be found in various museums, including the National Gallery Singapore. For more information on Sadali's works, visit Ahmad Sadali: Skyline of New York on Wikioo.org.

Influence and Legacy

Sadali's abstract style has influenced many Indonesian artists, including A.D. Pirous and Sunaryo. His works have also been compared to those of American artists such as Jackson Pollock, Clyfford Still, Willem de Kooning, and Mark Rothko. For more information on abstract expressionism, visit The Portrait Painting Art Movement on Wikioo.org.

• Abstract Expressionism: A post-World War 2 American art movement that emerged as a distinct movement in Europe during the 19th century.
• Cubism: A style of painting that emphasizes geometric shapes and fragmented forms.
• Color Field Painting: A style of abstract painting that emphasizes large areas of color.

Conclusion

Ahmad Sadali was a pioneer of Indonesian abstract art, known for his unique abstract style and spiritual connection with God. His works can be found in various museums, including the National Gallery Singapore. For more information on Sadali's life and works, visit Ahmad Sadali on Wikipedia or Ahmad Sadali on Wikioo.org.