Maqbool Fida Husain: A Pioneer of Indian Narrative Painting Maqbool Fida Husain (17 September 1915 – 9 June 2011) stands as one of India’s most celebrated artists of the 20th century, recognized globally for his distinctive approach to painting—bold, vibrantly coloured narrative canvases executed in a modified Cubist style. Born in Pandharpur, Maharashtra, Husain's artistic journey began amidst the rich cultural tapestry of rural Indi…