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Lot No. 64

M F HUSAIN
1915-2011

UNTITLED (HANUMAN)
22 x 15 in (55.8 x 38.1 cm)
Mixed media on paper
Circa 1970
Signed: Bottom Left

` 10,00,000 - 15,00,000 | $12,195 - 18,293

Provenance: Property from an international collection.
Artwork was acquired by the present owner directly
from the artist.

Since his early years, Husain harboured a profound
admiration for Hanuman, the beloved figure from the
Ramayana. Throughout his esteemed career, he produced
numerous paintings featuring the devoted monkey-God,
contributing to a body of work encompassing around
two hundred pieces dedicated to the epic in its entirety.
Enthralled by the tales of Ram’s steadfast devotee,
Husain’s artworks celebrate Hanuman’s courage,
resilience, and unwavering devotion to Lord Rama.
In the late 1960s, Husain delved into depicting the
Ramayana, initiating a series that would expand to
include inspirations from the Mahabharata. Over the
subsequent decade, he persisted in capturing scenes
from the Ramayana, revisiting specific elements and
moments that held personal significance to him.
Through his artistic endeavours, Husain immortalized
the enduring charm of Hanuman and the timeless
narratives of dedication and heroism woven within
Hindu mythology.