Description: LAILA SHAHZADA - Pakistani b.1926LAILA SHAHZADA PAKISTANI b.1926 ABSTRACT EXPRESSIONIST OIL ON BOARD48 x 17 INCHES ~ 48 3/4 x 17 3/4 FRAMEDLaila Shahzadas composition is truly an incredible piece. Shahzadas piece is that of wonderful array of colorful stripes, with Shahzadas unique techniques creating a introcate fabric of various colors. Though some of the elements are amorphous, this piece is stunning, beautifully signed, and it is easily a centerpiece for any home that enjoys Pakistani art. This piece can be enjoyed by many for its wonderful, vibrant palette, and is an exemplary work for Pakistani mid-century art.Laila Shahzada was born in Littlehampton, England in 1926. After completing her basic education in England, she decided to become a painter-artist and trained initially in England in drawing and watercolour. Later, she trained under the artist, Ahmed Saeed Nagi, in Karachi who taught her how to use oils. She held her first solo exhibition at the Arts Council of Pakistan, Karachi in 1960. Using artifacts of Indus Valley Civilization in Pakistan as models, she made a series of paintings reflecting the culture of this ancient civilization. These paintings were shown at an exhibit at Karachi in 1976. In 1986, she participated in a group show at the Shorouks International Gallery, Regent Street, London. A total of 60 to 70 paintings were done by her before hear death. She was killed in a gas explosion at her studio on 20 July 1994.CONDITION EXCELLENT 'MAJOR ARTWORK, MINOR PRICES'Our price is extremely reasonable and far below what one would be expected to pay for this piece in a gallery or at auction.AUTHENTICITY GUARANTEEDPLEASE EMAIL WITH ANY QUESTIONSSOUND ARTISTIC UNDERSTANDING AND CULTURE-HISTORICAL INSIGHT, COMBINED WITH THOROUGH FAMILIARITY WITH THE MARKET AND CONTEMPORARY TRENDS, PROVIDES alphabetcityart WITH THE PROFESSIONAL BALLAST NEEDED FOR THE EXPERT VALUATION AND SALES OF FINE ART.
Price: 2500 USD
Location: Moorestown, New Jersey
End Time: 2024-07-18T19:40:52.000Z
Shipping Cost: 90 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Size: Large (up to 60in.)
Region of Origin: Pakistan
Handmade: Yes
Artist: Laila Shahzada
Framing: Framed
Country/Region of Manufacture: Pakistan
Style: Abstract, Expressionism
Material: Oil, Canvas
Type: Painting
Features: Framed, Signed
Signed: Yes
Signed By: Laila Shahzada
Year of Production: 1926
Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
Listed By: Dealer or Reseller
Painting Surface: Canvas
Unit of Sale: Single-Piece Work
Date of Creation: 1950s
Width (Inches): 17 3/4 IN
Color: Multi-Color
Height (Inches): 48 3/4 IN
