Hidden within the U.A.B Building’s courtyard, two miniature figures from Cement Eclipses can be found facing the courtyard’s mini garden.
For other figures and their locations, please refer HERE.
Tag: street art
Penang Street Art (The Coconut Seller Mural)
Painted by local artist Vincent Phang, The mural captures Mr. Rangan, the legendary coconut seller who has been a fixture in Lorong Abu Siti (Aboo Sittee Lane), George Town for over 52 years. In his signature towel wrapped around his head, he’s shown expertly slicing open coconuts amidst the alley’s historic shophouse backdrop. The artwork celebrates not just his craftsmanship, but also the spirit of Penang’s street culture—and the quiet heroes who keep it alive day after day. It’s both a vivid portrait and a tribute to tradition and perseverance.
Penang Street Art (Chaigo Mural @ Beach Street)
An art mural found at an alley of Beach Street, featuring the work of Kenji Chai, a local Malaysian artist.
Penang Street Art (The ‘Sad Art’ Cement Eclipses Miniatures)
During the George Town Festival, Spanish artist Isaac Cordal brought a unique touch to Penang by placing around 20 tiny cement sculptures—known as Cement Eclipses—throughout George Town. These small, somber-looking figures, about 17–20 cm tall, can be found perched on walls, ledges, and electrical boxes, often high above eye level. Blending quietly into the city’s heritage architecture, they invite passersby to pause, look up, and discover hidden corners of the city—like a little art treasure hunt tucked into the urban landscape.
Here is the list of locations where you can hunt/find these tiny art sculptures (note: some may no longer be there anymore or removed):
- Armenian Street Junction (opposite the famous bicycle mural)
- Biscotti Cafe, Beach Street
- Warehouse 129, Beach Street
- Fuku (side alley of the building), Beach Street
- The Courtyard, Beach Street
- Vietnamese Phở & Coffee @ Lean Thye 1951 (building’s back), Ah Quee Street
- Lebuh Ah Quee Junction
- 56, Lorong Pasar
- Penang Straits and Oriental Museum, Stewart Lane
- 39, Love Lane
- 33, Love Lane
- Journal George Town, Muntri Street
- Green-colored Townhouses along Magazine Road
- Curios-City Penang, Victoria Street
- U.A.B Building Interior (closed at the time of this hunt)
Penang Street Art (Barefoot Char Koay Teow Stall)
A recent colorful mural is created to celebrate the legacy of Tan Bak Juah, a well-loved char koay teow hawker known for cooking barefoot over a charcoal stove—a tradition passed down from his father. Painted by local artist Vincent Phang on McNair Street, the tribute honors Tan’s decades of dedication and highlights the charm and heritage of Malaysia’s street food culture. This char koay teow stall is located inside the nearby Cecil Street market.
Penang Street Art (Kapal Haji @ Acheen Street Mosque)
Acheen Street Mosque (Masjid Melayu (Jamek) Lebuh Acheh) in Penang was founded in 1808 by Tengku Syed Hussain Al-Aidid, an Arab trader from Aceh, Sumatra. What makes it unique is that the mosque not only served as a place of worship but also as a center for trade and diplomacy among the Arab, Indian, and Malay Muslim communities in early Penang. The surrounding area, known as “Malay Town”, became a vibrant hub for merchants and pilgrims heading to Mecca.
An interesting connection between Acheen Street Mosque’s minaret and a lighthouse is that some believe the octagonal minaret was designed to resemble a beacon for travelers—just like a lighthouse guiding ships. Since the mosque was historically linked to Hajj pilgrims and traders, its tower-like minaret might have symbolized guidance and direction, much like how a lighthouse helps sailors navigate.
Penang Street Art (Text ART @ Hins Bus Depot)
A text art mural spotted at the Hins Bus Depot in George Town.
Hin Bus Depot in Penang was originally a bus repair and maintenance depot built in the 1940s. It was later transformed into a vibrant creative hub after hosting Ernest Zacharevic’s first solo art exhibition in 2014. Today, it’s a thriving space for art, culture, and community events, featuring galleries, markets, and cafés while still preserving its industrial charm.
Penang Street Art (Text ARTs II)
A couple of text-based artworks scattered throughout George Town, where words evolve into a captivating blend of typography and visual storytelling, transcending linguistic boundaries.
These thought-provoking pieces are the work of local artist Trina Teoh. Explore more of her creations in Penang HERE
Penang Street Art (A Tanjong Life Mural)
An art mural titled Tanjong Life drawn by the late Penang artist Azmi Hussin, located on a wall of a shophouse at Clarke Street (Lebuh Clarke).
The late Azmi Hussin is a Penang-based artist known for his vibrant and humorous caricatures that capture the essence of Malaysian culture and daily life. His works often depict nostalgic street scenes, traditional trades, and local personalities, reflecting Penang’s rich heritage. Azmi gained recognition for his signature comic-style illustrations and has published several books, including Tanjong Life, which humorously portrays life in Penang. His talent has earned him multiple awards, and he continues to inspire with his unique artistic storytelling.