Lot 269: "Untitled" – MAQBOOL FIDA HUSAIN (1915–2011).
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"Untitled" – MAQBOOL FIDA HUSAIN (1915–2011).
A dynamic and expressive mixed-media composition attributed to M.F. Husain, depicting a spirited horse rendered in bold, sweeping strokes against a vivid, multicoloured backdrop. Dominating the left side of the scene is a striking yellow hand with a central red circle, a motif evocative of Husain’s symbolic visual language and his lifelong fascination with gesture, movement, and mythology. The horse—one of Husain’s most celebrated and recurring subjects—appears animated and tense, its form outlined with confident, angular lines that contrast against the soft blending of surrounding colours. Rich tones of blue, red, yellow, and green energise the composition, building a sense of rhythm and motion characteristic of Husain’s work. Signed "Husain" to the lower right.
Maqbool Fida Husain achieved numerous accomplishments over his prolific career, establishing himself as a towering figure in modern Indian art. He was a founding member of the Progressive Artists’ Group in 1947, a collective that redefined Indian art in the post-independence era by introducing a bold, modernist approach. Husain’s work was internationally acclaimed—his paintings were exhibited in prestigious galleries across the globe, from the Tate Gallery in London to the São Paulo Biennale and the Venice Biennale. In recognition of his artistic contributions, he received some of India’s highest civilian honors, including the Padma Bhushan in 1973 and the Padma Vibhushan in 1991. Beyond painting, Husain also made significant strides in cinema, directing films like Through the Eyes of a Painter, which won a Golden Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival in 1967. His ability to blend Indian themes with contemporary style not only elevated his own stature but also brought Indian modern art to the global stage.
Approximately 55 x 45cm
Provenance: Private collection from a distinguished W London lady
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