Exile to exhibition: DAG to bring M.F. Husain's works for Art Dubai

"At the upcoming edition of Art Dubai, we at DAG (India's premier private art company), are pleased to spotlight India's foremost modernist M. F. Husain in a solo presentation as a homecoming of this great artist to a city he called his second home," says Shivani Benjamin, DAG Head of Marketing.

- Muhammad Yusuf

"Having only recently celebrated his legacy with a large retrospective exhibition at our galleries in New Delhi and Mumbai, it seemed appropriate that we curate an eclectic but powerful selection of his works for showing at Art Dubai 2025 (Booth M3) to be held at Madinat Jumeirah from 16-20 April."

Those familiar with Husain's style, says Shivani, will recognise his characteristic expressive brushstrokes "even though the chosen works are unusual and exemplify his genius at storytelling through his compositions and use of colours." The handpicked selection is an acknowledgement of the quality of paintings he produced during his prolific and long career and represent some of the finest modern art produced in India during the second half of the twentieth century. The artworks showcase Husain's versatility across various mediums and affirm his status as a critically acclaimed, popular artist; the Art Dubai initiative covers predominant themes such as women, rural and urban life, and of course, his iconic horses.