Paintings of Husain (Signed)

Ayaz S Peerbhoy, Paintings of Husain, Bombay: Thacker and Company limited, 1955, Signed 1st Edition

8 pages, 17 colour plates, and 10 black and white plates all mounted, original cloth with dust jacket
12 x 8.25 in (30.4 x 21 cm)

An incredibly unique, rare, signed first edition of the first book on M F Husain, the “Picasso of India”. The rare dust jacket is included in this one of a kind book where Husain’s drawing of the dust jacket figure is present right above the signature “Husain”, dated 1955.

M F Husain is arguably the pre-eminent of Indian painters in the modern era. A master of narration via expressive cubist paintings, Husain emerged as a colossal figure in the modern Indian art world and his works continue to arouse awe among art lovers.

This is a landmark book and a true collector’s item from the artist’s early days.

Title: Paintings of Husain

Publisher: Thacker and Company LTD, Bombay

Publication Date: 1955

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Very Good

Edition: First