Affandi's Museum Jogjakarta
Museum in Jogja
Having come to the place, we directly went to the first gallery where some of Affandi's most famous paintings are displayed. In the first room, there is also his antique car displayed there. It has been modified though. I admire some of his paintings, which describe his deepest feelings about his wife and family. Near the first room, there are the tombs of Affandi and his wife. Speaking of the decoration, I would say it is simple yet quite nice. We actually expected that the museum would be much and much better than this.
The second gallery is where the paintings of Affandi's wife are displayed. I'd say his wife was also very talented and had a bit different taste compared to Affandi. There are also some paintings of Indonesian children when they joined "In Memory of Affandi" painting competitions; very nice. They are even sold with reasonable prices. Oh sorry I also need to mention that 1700 out of 2000 Affandi's paintings are sold.
On the second floor in the second gallery, there is a circular stair that brings us to upper part of the building. It's pretty nice looking at the view of the street up here. In front of it; there is a big old tree, but I'd say it looks artistic. Near the stairs there is a cafe called cafe loteng where you can sit and relax there, but we did not relax there as we still had some places to visit.
What we expect that we hope this museum is NOT only a museum, but it is something like our appreciations to the outstanding Indonesian painter that had brought Indonesia to the international ( European countries). Personally, I hope this museum will be reconstructed into more architectural building, so many people want to drop by and learn at least a little bit ( better than nothing) Thanks to my cousin who has shown us this place! Photo will follow if you do not get bored!!
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Post a CommentInteresting. I love foreign travel and art from other countries.
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