MF Husain

MF Husain

MF Husain

Maqbool Fida Husain is one of the most recognizable figures of contemporary Indian art. Husain began his career by painting billboards for feature films and making furniture designs and toys to earn a living.

When he took up painting as an art form he returned time and again to his roots, and to themes that blended folk, tribal and mythological art to create vibrantly contemporary, living art forms. He depicted the icons of Indian culture, through the ages, seeking to capture the quintessence of his subjects.

A self-taught artist, he came to Mumbai in 1937, determined to become a painter. In 1948, he was invited by F.N. Souza to join the Progressive Artist’s Group, a group formed to explore a new idiom for Indian art. The Government of India honoured him with the prestigious civilian awards - Padma Bhushan and the Padma Vibhushan.

Maqbool Fida Husain is one of the most recognizable figures of contemporary Indian art. Husain began his career by painting billboards for feature films and making furniture designs and toys to earn a living.

When he took up painting as an art form he returned time and again to his roots, and to themes that blended folk, tribal and mythological art to create vibrantly contemporary, living art forms. He depicted the icons of Indian culture, through the ages, seeking to capture the quintessence of his subjects.

A self-taught artist, he came to Mumbai in 1937, determined to become a painter. In 1948, he was invited by F.N. Souza to join the Progressive Artist’s Group, a group formed to explore a new idiom for Indian art. The Government of India honoured him with the prestigious civilian awards - Padma Bhushan and the Padma Vibhushan.

Wishlist Products

You have no items in wishlist.