‘Miniature Revisited’ is an exhibition featuring eight pioneering artists who bring a fresh and nuanced perspective to miniature painting. This exhibition highlights a new generation of Pakistani artists who redefine miniature not merely as a small-scale technique, but as an artistic attitude an approach that both honours and reinvigorates the tradition for contemporary audiences. For many European viewers, this exhibition introduces a reimagined miniature that transcends conventional notions of scale and method.

 

The artists in ‘Miniature Revisited' engage deeply with South Asian cultural heritage, exploring its rich traditions while introducing modern elements that reflect the evolving art landscape. Their works honour the meticulous craftsmanship of traditional miniature painting, yet they boldly blend these techniques with contemporary ideas, forming an expressive style that bridges past and present. This blend of the old and new showcases an evolving aesthetic that speaks to the adaptability and relevance of miniature in the 21st century.

 

Through their distinct practices, these artists open dialogues between tradition and innovation, illustrating the power of cultural heritage to inspire modern creativity. As they build upon, reinterpret, and expand miniature language, they invite viewers to appreciate the historical depth and the contemporary vitality of this art form. This exhibition is a testament to the dynamic potential of miniature painting as an evolving, boundary-defying mode of expression that resonates across cultures and time.

​Sakshi Kumar Lund

Curator