Teh Time Story II – Calvin Chua PREVIEW

Calvin Chua
163 x 40.5cm
Acrylic on Linen
2025
RM13,000
Teh Time Story I & II by Calvin Chua is a playful celebration of Malaysian kuih muih, carefully arranged on a banana leaf. The composition mimics the look of a surfboard, adding a sense of movement and fun, as if the treats themselves are riding a wave of joy.
Traditionally, banana leaves are used to serve hearty rice meals with an array of rich dishes. Here, Chua subverts that expectation by replacing the usual feast with colourful, bite-sized kuih. The contrast creates a whimsical visual twist, one that highlights the joy, nostalgia and cultural richness of Malaysian snacks.