S. H. Raza (1922 -2016)

This monumental geometric composition stands among the most important and iconic works of S. H. Raza, and is a masterwork from his celebrated Germination series. Rooted in the concept of origin, growth, and cosmic creation, the series marks a pivotal moment in Raza’s artistic journey, where abstraction became a spiritual and philosophical language.

Anchored by the bindu at its core, the painting unfolds as a meticulously structured cosmology of squares, triangles, circles, and rhythmic colour fields. These elemental forms symbolize the forces of nature and the process of emergence, reflecting Raza’s synthesis of Indian metaphysical thought with modernist abstraction. The carefully calibrated palette of deep blues, reds, ochres, blacks, and greens creates a dynamic equilibrium between energy and stillness, movement and meditation.

Widely recognized for its historical and artistic importance, this painting has been published in The Economic Times and numerous other prominent national and international publications. It was also selected as the cover painting of the seminal book Gems of Indian Art, firmly establishing its status as a defining image within the canon of Indian modern art.

This work exemplifies Raza’s profound exploration of creation and renewal, and stands as a cornerstone of the Germination series—where spiritual inquiry, formal rigor, and painterly mastery converge into a timeless and deeply resonant vision.

Location: Melbourne, Australia. Viewing strictly by appointment only.

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