Varanasi III 1973

"Varanasi III" (1973) by Indian artist M.F. Husain is a striking work in gold on black paper. The piece depicts figures engaged in daily life along the sacred Ganges River in Varanasi, India. Husain, known for his dynamic linework, uses minimalist, stylized figures and a limited color palette to capture the essence of the city, a key pilgrimage site for Hindus. The artwork's simplicity and bold composition evoke both the spirituality and the vibrancy of Varanasi.