Allah
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.
Artwork Details
- Title: Allah
- Artist: Isma'il Gulgee (Pakistani, Peshawar 1926–2007 Karachi)
- Date: dated 1999
- Geography: Made in Pakistan
- Medium: Oil on canvas
- Dimensions: H. 48 in. (121.92 cm)
W. 36 1/4 in. (92.1 cm)
D. 1 in. (2.5 cm) - Classification: Paintings
- Credit Line: Gift of Amin Gulgee, 2014
- Object Number: 2014.597
- Rights and Reproduction: © Estate of Isma'il Gulgee
- Curatorial Department: Islamic Art
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