Mohammad Din Mohammad (1955-2007) was born in Malacca, Malaysia and migrated to Singapore when he was two years old. He studied art at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, majoring in Western painting from 1973 to 1976. Mohammad was known for his provocative work, which combines Western ideas with his cultural background. His works are also deeply rooted in Sufi mysticism, which he practiced throughout his life. He often used symbols and icons to convey his ideas and Islamic philosophies.'Kaaba' as it was aptly title, is a painting depicting almost clearly, the multiple views of the Kaaba and the representation of the Black Stone, a celestial stone that, according to tradition, had fallen from Heaven. The Kaaba, a cuboid-shaped building which indicates the spiritual centre of Islam may be regarded as the source for Mohammad's spiritual energy. The green hues which were painted prominently, nevertheless represent the Islamic colour, known to signify the bountiful gardens that dominate Heaven.
