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Lot 17
Jamil Naqsh(1939-2019)Untitled (Woman & Doves)
5 June 2024, 14:00 BST
London, New Bond StreetSold for £30,720 inc. premium
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Jamil Naqsh (1939-2019)
Untitled (Woman & Doves) signed and dated Jamil Naqsh, 1993, Pakistan lower left' underneath
oil on canvas, framed
91.3 x 152.6cm (35 15/16 x 60 1/16in).
oil on canvas, framed
91.3 x 152.6cm (35 15/16 x 60 1/16in).
Footnotes
Provenance
Property from a private collection, Pakistan;
Acquired from the artist.
Jamil Naqsh's Untitled (Woman and Doves) encapsulates the essence of his artistic vision, weaving together themes of femininity, nature, and tranquillity with his signature blend of abstraction, pointillism and symbolism. Born out of Naqsh's profound reverence for the female form and his lifelong fascination with the natural world, this painting emerges as a poignant exploration of human emotion and connectivity.
Central to the composition is the figure of a reclining woman, depicted with graceful curves and flowing lines that evoke a sense of serenity and introspection. Her form serves as a focal point of contemplation, inviting viewers into a dialogue about the complexities of womanhood and the enduring bond between humanity and the natural realm.
Hovering above the woman's outstretched hand are three doves, symbols rich in cultural and spiritual significance. In Naqsh's oeuvre, the dove often represents peace, freedom, and the transcendent power of love. Here, they become potent metaphors for the harmonious coexistence of the feminine spirit and the ethereal beauty of nature, suggesting a symbiotic relationship between the two.
Naqsh's masterful use of colour and texture further enriches the painting, imbuing it with a sense of vitality and depth. Soft, muted tones of greens and ochre suffuse the canvas, evoking the tranquil hues of dawn or dusk. Delicate brushstrokes and subtle shifts in tone create a dynamic interplay of light and shadow, infusing the scene with an aura of quiet beauty and contemplation.