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Lot 36*

Ismail Gulgee
(1926-2007)
Untitled (Calligraphic)

10 December 2024, 15:00 GMT
London, New Bond Street

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Ismail Gulgee (1926-2007)

Untitled (Calligraphic)
signed and dated 'Gulgee 98' lower right
oil on ceramic tile, framed
30.5 x 30.5cm (12 x 12in).

Footnotes

Provenance
Property from a private collection, Pakistan.
Acquired from the artist.

Renowned for his versatility and innovation, Gulgee's foray into ceramic art represents a captivating departure from his more traditional works in painting and calligraphy. He has masterfully used oils in rich hues of blues, reds, whites, yellows, oranges and blacks to create an aesthetically unique work. The subtle variations in texture add further dimension to the piece, inviting viewers to explore the tile's tactile qualities. Beyond its aesthetic beauty, Gulgee's ceramic tile also carries deeper symbolic significance, serving as a testament to the artist's reverence for tradition and his commitment to preserving and celebrating the cultural heritage of his homeland.

To see a similar work sold in these rooms see Bonhams, Modern & Contemporary South Asian Art, London, 5th June 2024, lot 53.

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