Art exhibition on Malaysia's cultural heritage strengthens ties with China

A visitor walks past a colourful Malaysian artwork - inspired by baba nyonya tradition - at the 'Integration and Diversity' Invitational Exhibition of Contemporary Malaysian Figure Paintings of Eminent Artists at the China Cultural Center in Kuala Lumpur. Photo: Xinhua/Asia News Network

Promoting cultural exchanges and fostering better people-to-people ties motivated Malaysian artist Teh Chin Boon to create Happiness, a close-up of a woman holding a baba nyonya porcelain storage jar, or "kamcheng."

The vibrant red dress contrasts with the turquoise-coloured jar, both featuring Chinese and other motifs, blending together to create a unique image that showcases the rich cultural heritage that artists like Teh are able to draw on when seeking inspiration.