Iqbal Husain's Retrospective Show Brings Visual Treat For Art Lovers

ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 14th Nov, 2018 ) :As many as 25 paintings established by artist Iqbal Hussain were put on display here Tuesday in a retrospective show carrying a collection that focuses on way of life in ancient tradition and portrays it with stark reality at Tanzara Art Gallery.

Iqbal Hussain is one of the most important living Pakistani artist, for nearly 50 years. He pursued a singular career with a love for painting and its intrinsic challenges. For Iqbal, painting was an integral part of his struggle which allied itself with the forces of liberation.

Over the course of his five decade career, he committed himself to address the plight of Lahore's old walled city dancers and musicians.

Through his paintings, he looked beyond the glitter and addressed the darkness, despair and desolation that enveloped them.

John Wall, Former Country Director World Bank Pakistan, was instrumental in supporting Iqbal Hussain's cause by organizing various art exhibitions and giving the artist his due respect and recognition.

This major retrospective, part of John Wall's collection, honors the artist by presenting some of his most iconic works and key moments of his career. This exhibition offers a grand overview of the artist's achievements across all media including paintings, drawing and printmaking, said Noshi Qadir, Director Tanzara Gallery.

The exhibition continues till November 27.