M.F. Husain (1915-2011)

This dynamic painting by M. F. Husain is an early work from the artist's renowned Horse Series, one of the most celebrated and recognisable themes of his career. Depicting seven galloping horses, the composition conveys movement, power, strength, and vitality through bold forms and rich, dark tones that distinguish his earlier style. In Indian culture, the seven horses are also associated with Surya, the Sun God, symbolising energy, progress, and spiritual significance.

Born in 1915, M. F. Husain was a founding member of India's Progressive Artists' Group and is regarded as one of the most influential figures in Indian modern art. Celebrated for his expressive brushwork, vibrant compositions, and ability to fuse mythology with contemporary artistic language, Husain returned repeatedly to the horse as a symbol of freedom, endurance, and life itself. This early work offers a compelling glimpse into the evolution of his artistic style, before the brighter, more vibrant palette that came to define many of his later paintings.

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