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Lot No. 58

M F HUSAIN
1915-2011

UNTITLED
29 x 24 in (73.7 x 60.9 cm)
Oil on canvas
1957
Signed & Dated: Top Right

` 60,00,000 - 80,00,000 | $ 73,170 - 97,561

Provenance: Property from an important collection
based in Mumbai.

The 1950s represented a crucial period in Husain’s
career, characterized by his exploration of diverse
influences from both India and beyond. This era
witnessed a captivating evolution in his artistic style,
marked by significant changes in subject matter,
technique, and global artistic inspiration. Finding
inspiration in the simplicity of rural and tribal life,
Husain embraced these themes as central to his
artistic expression during the 1950s. His profound
connection to these communities was evident in
his work, reflecting a deep admiration for their
resilience and culture. In 1953, he journeyed to
Europe, encountering European art firsthand. While
he didn’t align with Picasso’s artistic vision, Husain
acknowledged the groundbreaking language of
modern art Picasso had pioneered. The distortion of
form in Picasso’s work sparked Husain’s exploration
of vast creative possibilities.