Calligraphy
Created by Mr Lim Him Chuan, DBS Singapore Country Head & Group Executive and an avid calligrapher, the piece featuring the classic national motif ?????????????????("One People, One Nation, One Singapore") bridges traditional Chinese brushwork with contemporary civic pride. Through fluid, expressive ink strokes, the artwork renders the iconic patriotic phrase - originally popularised as Singapore’s 1990 National Day theme co-penned by Cultural Medallion Recipient 2002 Professor Jeremy Monteiro - into a visual celebration of unity, collective resilience, and shared identity. Blending artistic discipline with deep personal conviction, Lim's calligraphy translates the spirit of national solidarity into a timeless piece of fine brush art, intricately capturing the ways in which courage, harmony, and purpose continuously shape the nation's path forward.

Private Lunch
The winning bidder will also be cordially invited to a rare, exclusive lunch opportunity for 8 guests to be hosted by both Mr Lim Him Chuan and Professor Jeremy Monteiro for an insider’s look into the creation of the piece, the artistic inspiration and the historical context of the motif. This creates a rare convergence of visual art, musical heritage, and civic history around a single dining table.

Item donated by:
Mr Lim Him Chuan

Specifications:
Artist: ??? Lim Him Chuan
Title: ?????????????????
("One People, One Nation, One Singapore")
Medium: Chinese Ink on Paper
Calligraphy Size: 34 x 34 cm
Framed size: 46 x 46 cm
Year: 2026

Market Value:
S$2,900

Tax Information:
Tax deduction of the auction item will be based on the final bid price less market value x 250%.