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Husain's Benares Masterpiece Surfaces at Auction
23 Mar
Summary
- A rare M.F. Husain painting, 'Untitled (Benares)', is up for auction.
- The artwork is estimated to fetch between Rs 10-15 crore.
- It captures the spiritual essence and vibrant life of Kashi's ghats.
A significant artwork by M.F. Husain, titled 'Untitled (Benares)', is being presented at Saffronart's Spring Live and Online Auctions. This rare painting, estimated to be valued between Rs 10 and Rs 15 crore, is a vibrant depiction of the timeless spirit of the sacred city of Benares (Kashi).
The masterpiece captures the essence of Kashi's ghats, blending spirituality with everyday life through Husain's characteristic bold strokes. The artist, who first visited the city in the early 1960s, described Benares as the essence of India, leaving a profound impression on him. Saffronart's Spring Auction will take place in Mumbai on April 1st, with an online auction running from April 1st to April 2nd.
Husain's work reflects the eternal cycle of life and death observed at the city's ghats, particularly Manikarnika Ghat. The painting moves beyond the quivering lines of his earlier sketches to exhibit strong, confident strokes, suggesting a deeper engagement with the city's contradictions and spiritual nuances. This auction also features other notable works by artists like Raja Ravi Varma and S.H. Raza.
