| Medium | : | |
|---|---|---|
| Surface | : | Canvas |
| Height | : | 31 inch / 78.7 cm |
| Width | : | 31 inch / 78.7 cm |
| Style | : | Abstract |
| Dimension | : | W: 78.7 cm × H: 78.7 cm |
| Year | : | 2005 |
A mesmerizing composition of concentric circles and vibrant colors, this untitled work by S. H. Raza evokes a sense of harmony, movement, and spiritual reflection. Radiating from a central focal point, the artwork transforms geometric simplicity into a captivating meditation on energy, balance, and the infinite nature of existence.
S.H. Raza | Untitled | Limited Edition of 100 Print on Canvas | 31 x 131 inches | 2005
This untitled work by S. H. Raza is a striking exploration of rhythm, balance, and spiritual energy through the language of geometry. Composed of meticulously painted concentric circles radiating from a central point, the artwork draws the viewer inward, creating a meditative visual experience. The vibrant interplay of blues, reds, oranges, greens, and earthy tones generates a sense of movement, while the symmetrical division of the composition reinforces harmony and order.
At the heart of the painting lies a small central circle, reminiscent of Raza’s enduring fascination with the concept of the Bindu—the primordial point from which all creation emerges. The expanding rings symbolize the flow of energy, time, and existence, inviting contemplation and introspection. The textured, hand-rendered quality of the circles adds warmth and humanity to the geometric precision, making the work feel both structured and deeply personal.
This limited-edition print beautifully captures Raza’s ability to merge abstraction with spirituality, transforming simple forms into a powerful visual meditation on the universe, balance, and the interconnectedness of life.
Born in Madhya Pradesh in 1922, SH Raza attended the Nagpur School of Art, Nagpur, (1939–43) then went on to pursue a degree at the Sir J.J. School of Art, Mumbai. He spent much of his time in the 1950s at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris. His love for Paris and modernism blossomed and remained a life-long affair, while still maintaining a strong bond with India.
His first solo exhibition earned him not only the entrance to the art world but also a silver medal from Bombay Art Society which hosted and housed the show in 1946, Mumbai. In 1947, he co-founded the renowned Bombay Progressive Artists’ Group with F.N. Souza which successfully stormed the art world till 1956. Raza has had an astonishing creative career, including a number of well known solo exhibitions such as SH Raza – Parikrama – Around Gandhi, Vadehra Art Gallery, New Delhi (2014); SH Raza – Pyaas, Grosvenor Vadehra, London (2014); Aarambh – Raza at 93, Akar Prakar, Kolkata (2015); Galerie Lara Vincy, Paris (2015); and Nirantar, Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata (2016), to mention his more recent shows.
Raza was awarded the Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan in 2007 and 2013 respectively. He was awarded the Lalit Kala Ratna Puraskar in 2004 by the Lalit Kala Academy, New Delhi. He was also awarded the Legion of Honour by the Republic of France in 2015.
The artist passed away in 2016.
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