Yusof Gajah Sold at Auction Prices

b. 1954 -

Yusof Gajah is one of the nation’s foremost naive artists. A writer and illustrator as well, Yusof has an affinity towards elephants (gajah means elephant in Malay), and has published several children’s books with these gentle giants playing the lead role. Aside from his art, he is also an educator, conducting workshops on children’s picture books, as well as being actively involved in storytelling and children’s literature.

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  • Yusof Gajah | Smile, 2014
    Aug. 09, 2026

    Yusof Gajah | Smile, 2014

    Est: RM10,000 - RM18,000

    Elephants, rendered in a diverse range of lively expression play a central role in the art of Yusof Gajah. His iconic elephants are portrayed through his imagination and creativity, drawing the viewer into a bright and colourful universe. The artist received his education at the Indonesia Institute of the Arts Yogyakarta, and whilst studying, met Indonesian artist Widayat who became his mentor. The proceeds from this Lot will be given to Cleft Lip & Palate Association Malaysia (CLAPAM), www.clapam.org.my.

    Henry Butcher Art Auctioneers
  • Yusof Gajah | Untitled, 2004
    Aug. 09, 2026

    Yusof Gajah | Untitled, 2004

    Est: RM2,200 - RM4,200

    Elephants are a main subject in the lively paintings of Yusof Gajah. Filled with vibrant colours, the artist draws the viewer into an immersive fantastical world, where elephants playfully form the letters of the alphabet from A to Z. The artist received his education at the Indonesia Institute of the Arts Yogyakarta, and whilst studying, met Indonesian artist Widayat who became his mentor. Yusof Gajah is one of the nation's foremost naive artists. An award winning writer and illustrator, Yusof has an affinity towards elephants (gajah means elephant in Malay), and has published several children's books with these gentle giants playing the lead role. The artist was awarded the Grand Prix, Noma Concours for Children's picture Book Illustration by ACCU in Tokyo, Japan in 1997. Aside from his art, he was also an educator, conducting workshops on children's picture books, as well as being actively involved in storytelling and children's literature. His international solo exhibitions were held in Japan, Norway, Sweden, Indonesia, and Thailand.

    Henry Butcher Art Auctioneers
  • Yusof Gajah (b. Negeri Sembilan, 1954) Untitled, 1995
    Mar. 21, 2021

    Yusof Gajah (b. Negeri Sembilan, 1954) Untitled, 1995

    Est: RM4,200 - RM8,000

    Yusof Gajah is one of the nation’s foremost naive artists. Talented and creative, he is known for endearing and whimsical characters that allow imagination to flow. He studied at the Akademi Seni Rupa Indonesia, Jogjakarta, Indonesia in 1975. A writer and illustrator as well, Yusof has an affinity towards elephants (gajah means ‘elephant' in Malay) and has published several award-winning children’s books with these gentle giants playing the lead role. He was awarded the top prize in the NOMA Concours for Children’s Picture Book Illustration (ACCU) in Tokyo. The competition was organised by the Asia-Pacific Cultural Centre for UNESCO. Aside from his art, he is also an educator, conducting workshops on children’s picture books, as well as being actively involved in storytelling and children’s literature. His solo exhibitions were held in Tokyo, Phuket, Sweden, Malaysia and Indonesia.

    Henry Butcher Art Auctioneers
  • YUSOF GAJAH (b. 1954) ELEPHANT SERIES, 1996, Acrylic on canvas
    Apr. 29, 2018

    YUSOF GAJAH (b. 1954) ELEPHANT SERIES, 1996, Acrylic on canvas

    Est: RM2,500 - RM4,500

    Living up to his name, here is a whimsical, fun take on an elephant. A pachyderm is decked out in red, and oddly enough, is wearing striped socks! The birds under its feet must be having a hard time supporting its weight. Yusof Gajah is one of the nation’s foremost naive artists. A writer and illustrator as well, Yusof has an affinity towards elephants (gajah means elephant in Malay), and has published several children’s books with these gentle giants playing the lead role. Aside from his art, he is also an educator, conducting workshops on children’s picture books, as well as being actively involved in storytelling and children’s literature.

    Henry Butcher Art Auctioneers
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