Lot 58 MAQBOO FIDA HUSAIN (1913-2011), UNTITLED, SIGNED 85

A striking acrylic-on-canvas equine composition executed in bold, angular strokes, depicting a rearing white horse set against a deep, circular backdrop. The figure is rendered with Husain-like fragmented lines and sculptural planes, giving the form dramatic movement and tension. Warm earthy tones contrast with the crisp whites and blacks, creating an energetic, almost rhythmic visual balance. The work is signed and dated ’85 in the upper right.

M.F. Husain (1915–2011) is one of the most celebrated and influential modern artists of India, often described as the “Picasso of India” for his revolutionary approach to form, colour, and narrative. A founding member of the Progressive Artists’ Group in Bombay, Husain broke away from academic realism and pioneered a bold, modern visual language that fused Indian mythology, folk traditions, and contemporary abstraction. Horses became one of his most iconic motifs—symbols of power, freedom, and spiritual energy—expressed through vigorous brushwork and dynamic, fractured forms. Over a career spanning more than six decades, Husain achieved international acclaim, exhibiting globally and redefining modern Indian art. His works remain highly sought after in the global art market. 86 by 65 cm.