Allah

Isma'il Gulgee

dated 1999 · Oil on canvas · Islamic Art

The powerful brushstrokes of this painting read Allah (God in Arabic). Gulgee’s use of thick oil paint is unique, as calligraphy is often practiced on a smaller scale and with finer brushwork and materials. His technique reflects an interest in abstract expressionism which became popular in the 60s and 70s throughout Pakistan.

Artist

Isma'il Gulgee

Date

dated 1999

Medium

Oil on canvas

Department

Islamic Art

Credit line

Gift of Amin Gulgee, 2014