An ART exhibition capturing the heritage of Kuala Kangsar, the Perak royal town, and Malay College Kuala Kangsar (MCKK) is being held in Kuala Lumpur.
Tunku Besar Seri Menanti Tunku Ali Redhauddin Tuanku Muhriz said the collection highlighted the importance of preserving the memories and rich history associated with the premier institution.
“As we admire the works, we are given an opportunity to look back at both MCKK and Kuala Kangsar through familiar places, scenes and memories,” he said when launching MCKK Series Exhibition.
He said the 49 artworks were specially commissioned as part of the MCKK fundraising initiative and encouraged support from old boys, parents, friends, institutions and Malaysians.
“Whether through acquiring one of these paintings, making a direct contribution to the MCKK Endowment Fund or supporting the foundation in other ways, every contribution helps ensure the opportunities provided by MCKK remain available to those who will come after us,” he said.
Artist Haron Mokhtar said he wanted to contribute works that would preserve memories of MCKK.
Haron, who retired from teaching in 2021, said the exhibition marked his ninth solo showcase and took two years to complete.
The collection features various aspects of MCKK including its buildings, traditions, sporting activities and student life.
It also captures landmarks across the royal town such as Masjid Ubudiah, Masjid Ridzwaniah, Istana Iskandariah, the Colonial-era post office, the railway station and the famous Yut Loy kopitiam, Bernama reported.
MCKK Series Exhibition is being held at KL City Art Gallery, Publika Shopping Gallery until Oct 18.
Entry is free.
