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Husain often depicted themes from Indian
mythology, history, and everyday life. During his early
years, he created movie posters and illustrations.
He also built and designed toys for a toy company
to earn additional income. Husain’s works at
the company typically reflected his fascination
with everyday objects and their ability to convey
deeper meanings. His works created during this
time would highly impact his career later as it first
began his fascination with wood works. Creating
toy inspired series and furniture later on in life, he
explored childhood nostalgia and the whimsical
side of art, incorporating playful elements to create
impactful artworks.
M.F. Husain had also created several works inspired
by dance as he was deeply influenced by classical
Indian dance forms, such as Bharatanatyam,
Kathak, and Odissi. These influences are reflected
in the grace and fluidity of his compositions, as well
as in the use of traditional symbols and motifs. He
created his dance-inspired series by focusing on
the expression and emotion that could be conveyed
through dance, exploring the art as a cultural symbol.
He translated the visual language by capturing the
intensity and passion of the performers.

The presented lot on exhibit at Husain Ki Sarai, Faridabad

Lot No. 89

M F HUSAIN
1915-2011

UNTITLED
72 x 48 x 0.5 in (183 x 122 x 1.3 cm)
Acrylic on wood
1992
Signed & Dated: Bottom Left
` 20,00,000 - 30,00,000 | $ 24,390 - 36,585
Exhibited: Husain Ki Sarai at Faridabad, Haryana
‘Husain - The Eternal Master: Selected Works from
1941 – 2011’ at www.theartstrust.com (online)
Published: ‘The Eternal Master: Selected Works 1941-2011’
by The Arts Trust, 2024, pg. 451
Provenance: Property from a collection based in Mumbai