Sadequain Foundation
The Sadequain Foundation[1] is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the legacy of the Pakistani artist and calligrapher Syed Sadequain Ahmad Naqvi.[2]
History
Founded in 2007 by Dr. Salman Ahmad Naqvi, a nuclear scientist, the foundation was established to address concerns surrounding the preservation of Sadequain's artwork. These concerns included the loss or displacement of a significant portion of his works following his death and the rise of fraudulent activities involving his name.
Mission
The foundation aims to:
- Discover and preserve: Locate, authenticate, and preserve missing or undocumented Sadequain artworks.
- Research and document: Conduct in-depth research on Sadequain's life, career, and artistic techniques.
- Educate and engage: Organize exhibitions, seminars, and public programs to increase awareness of Sadequain's work.
- Promote and disseminate: Publish books, articles, and documentaries on Sadequain's life and art.
Activities
- Publications: The foundation has published numerous books and articles on Sadequain, including "The Saga of Sadequain[3]," considered a huge volume book on the artist's life and work.
- Exhibitions: It organizes exhibitions of Sadequain's artwork in various locations, including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Dubai, Pakistan, and India.
- Authentication: The foundation provides authentication services for Sadequain's artworks, issuing certificates of authenticity to ensure their provenance and value.
- Galerie Sadequain: In 2017, the foundation established Galerie Sadequain at Frere Hall in Karachi, showcasing a collection of Sadequain's artwork and poetry. The hall itself features significant mural paintings by the artist
Reception and Impact
The Sadequain Foundation's work has been recognized by various sources, including:
- Google Doodle: Google celebrated Sadequain's 87th birthday with a dedicated Google Doodle on June 30, 2017.[4]
- Media Coverage: The foundation's work has been featured in publications such as The Friday Times,[5] The National News,[6] The Express Tribune,[7] Dawn.[8]
- Academic Recognition: The Asia Art Archive has included the foundation's book "Trails of the Lost Art of Sadequain" in its archive.[9]
Future Goals
The foundation's long-term goal is to establish a dedicated museum to house collection of Sadequain's artwork and serve as a center for research and education.
See also
References
- ↑ "Sadequain Foundation USA | Preserving the Legacy of Sadequain". Sadequain Foundation. Retrieved 2024-12-21.
- ↑ "Community". www.pakistanlink.org. Retrieved 2024-12-21.
- ↑ Ahmad, Salman (2012). The Saga of Sadequain. Sadequain Foundation. ISBN 978-1-4662-2213-7. Search this book on
- ↑ "Syed Sadequain Ahmed Naqvi's 87th Birthday Doodle - Google Doodles". doodles.google. Retrieved 2024-12-21.
- ↑ "Setting The Record Straight On The Sadequain Foundation And Artistic Fakes". The Friday Times. 2024-03-24. Retrieved 2024-12-21.
- ↑ Ayad, Myrna. "Remembering Pakistani artist Sadequain: my uncle who spoke up for others". The National. Retrieved 2024-12-21.
- ↑ APP (2023-02-11). "Exhibition pays tributes to Sadequain". The Express Tribune. Retrieved 2024-12-21.
- ↑ Reporter, The Newspaper's Staff (2022-02-11). "Sadequain remembered". DAWN.COM. Retrieved 2024-12-21.
- ↑ Archive, Asia Art. "Trails of the Lost Art of Sadequain". aaa.org.hk. Retrieved 2024-12-21.
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