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- ‘The Holy Sinner’ exhibition runs Aug. 26–31 at Noor Royal Gallery, Jumeirah
- Sadequain produced Pakistan’s most iconic artworks, including large-scale murals
ISLAMABAD: Pakistani artist Sadequain’s work is being showcased at an exhibition titled “The Holy Sinner” in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from Aug. 26 to 31, state media reported this week.
Widely regarded as one of Pakistan’s most celebrated painters, calligraphers and muralists, Sadequain, who died in 1987, was known for his bold murals, intricate calligraphy and evocative portrayals of spiritual and existential themes.
He produced some of the country’s most iconic public artworks, including large-scale murals in Lahore, Karachi and Islamabad, and is credited with revitalizing Islamic calligraphy by blending classical tradition with modernist expression.
“A distinctive exhibition featuring the works of Pakistan’s legendary artist Sadequain has kicked off at the Noor Royal Gallery in Jumeirah 2, Dubai,” the Associated Press of Pakistan (APP) said in a report on Tuesday.
“According to a press release, the exhibition is a tribute to the artist’s unique blend of spiritual themes and modern artistic expression.”
The report quoted the Noor Royal Gallery as describing the exhibition as “a homage to Sadequain’s genius,” offering art enthusiasts, collectors and scholars in the UAE to engage with his legacy.
Sadequain’s works have fetched high prices in the international art market.
According to Pakistan’s Dawn newspaper, his 1968 painting “Crucifixion” sold for a record £118,750 (Rs16 million) at a 2017 auction in London.