Wanita Berkebaya Hijau 

Basuki Abdullah painted this oil-on-canvas portrait, titled "Wanita Berkebaya Hijau," in Indonesia. Abdullah was best known for his academic style. He received his art education in the Western tradition, during colonial times. He was even commissioned to paint portraits of European royals and heads of state. Here, Abdullah used his artistic skills to render an Indonesian woman wearing a 'kebaya', a traditional blouse-dress. The 'kebaya' is a cultural symbol of Indonesian identity. The woman's elegant and poised demeanor reflects the values of Indonesian culture and high society. Abdullah’s work is a complex negotiation between Western academic style and Indonesian cultural identity. It is something that continues to inform Indonesian modern and contemporary art. To understand the dynamics of Indonesian art, we can look into the development of art institutions, art education, the art market, and the impact of post-colonialism. All these aspects provide valuable insights into the work of artists like Basuki Abdullah.