Gallery Silver Scpaes
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Artist: M Shakeel
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Size: 36 × 72 inches (91.44 × 182.88 cm)
Year: 2024
Painting presents a luminous and inviting interior scene that captures the tranquil beauty of a Mediterranean-inspired patio or courtyard. Rendered with the rich textures and warmth characteristic of oil painting, this work invites the viewer into a space suffused with soft natural light, peaceful atmosphere, and refined architectural elegance.
The composition centers on a gracefully arched patio, its walls and ceiling painted in muted tones of warm beige and delicate pink, creating a soothing backdrop that enhances the light-filled ambiance. The floor, composed of pale stone or tile, reflects the gentle illumination, adding to the airy, open feel of the space. Within this sheltered oasis, various seating arrangements unfold, light-colored sofas and armchairs draped with cozy beige blankets offer comfort and casual sophistication. Dark blue cushions provide subtle pops of color, adding depth and contrast. The furnishings are complemented by low tables with intricately carved wooden tops, whose ornate surfaces speak to traditional craftsmanship.
Artfully placed throughout the courtyard are pottery jars, vases, and planters, their earthy terracotta tones grounding the scene. A series of decorative circular wall hangings, reminiscent of shields, punctuate the walls, introducing a layer of cultural reference and artistry. Beyond the archway, the viewer’s eye is drawn to an adjoining patio with further seating and abundant potted plants, seamlessly extending the sense of outdoor living. A gentle, rolling hilltop landscape in the distance enriches the spatial depth and evokes a timeless connection between architecture and nature. Suspended from the ceiling, gourd-shaped hanging lamps with warm golden hues cast an inviting glow, complementing the natural light and enhancing the room’s intimate ambiance. Strategically arranged plants and flowers in terracotta pots breathe life and freshness into the scene, reinforcing the harmonious balance between built environment and organic elements.
M. Shakeel’s work deftly channels Mediterranean and Greek Revival architectural influences, while emphasizing warmth, relaxation, and contemplative stillness. The painting stands as a celebration of light, texture, and thoughtful design, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in a moment of serene beauty and quiet repose.
Why Choose Us
Art has always, naturally, reflected the development and exploration of different thoughts and perceptions, and our current postmodern era is no different. It is interesting to see how art has evolved visually, yet the traditional methods of composing art remain a valid means of expression.
All it takes for an artist to rise above normalcy, is inspiration, which fuels his passion to paint beautiful creations throughout his life.
The valuable expression of art is always there with us, but now this expression is yet to take an interesting diversion with our art gallery, Gallery Silver Scapes, located in Hauz Khas Enclave. Art is no longer considered just decorative but has evolved and come forth as a major form of investment yielding high rates of returns for its buyers, making it an expression commonly used.
Mrs Mayor was walked into the art world by the legendary modernist Bimal Das Gupta, one of whose biggest collections remains with Gallery Silver Scapes. In the 1980s, as head and first curator of the Habiart Gallery founded by Mrs Rekha Modi — a childhood friend — Mrs Mayor worked closely with and curated shows for renowned artists such as A Ramachandran, GR Santosh, Rameshwar Broota, Sakti Burman, MK Bardhan, Dhiraj Chaudhury, M Sivanesan, and Arup Das among others.
Besides modern masters, she also worked with young contemporaries such as Sudip Roy, Paresh Maity, Subroto Kundu, Vinod Sharma, and many more. Artworks commissioned by her are now part of prestigious collections, such as those of the India Habitat Centre, Ranbaxy, Pepsi, Hotel Lalit, Bank of America, and many more private and public collections.