Allah — Isma'il Gulgee

Allah

Explore Ismail Gulgee’s ‘Allah,’ a dynamic 1999 oil painting featuring swirling blues & yellows. Abstract expressionism meets calligraphy in this textured, impasto masterpiece.


isma'il gulgee (1926 - 2007)

Explore the captivating world of Ismail Gulgee, a Pakistani artist renowned for his elegant calligraphy and evocative portraits. Discover timeless art reflecting tradition & modernism.

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.