Sculptor Mat Ali Mat Som gallops into new territory with painting show

‘There is a sense of optimism in these new pieces,’ says Mat Ali of his exhibition Kuda-Kuda Merdeka in KL. — FAIHAN GHANI/The Star

Horses are beasts of majesty and power. Even during times of war and strife, these animals represent stability and sure-footedness.

Perhaps, that’s the reason the term kuda-kuda is used in the ancient martial art form of silat. It is a posture of a warrior in perfect balance. To obtain victory, a warrior has to remain standing in battle.