Bull as Motif in Contemporary Pakistani Art: A Comprehensive Analysis

Authors

  • Aneeka Saeed Zia Assistant Professor, History, Arts and Cultural Heritage Department, Education University, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
  • Dr. Sadia Arshad Assistant Professor, Visual Arts Department, Lahore College For Women University, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.47205/jdss.2026(7-II)17

Keywords:

Contemporary Pakistani Art, Faunal imagery, Symbolism of Bull and Buffalo, Pakistani painters, Bull as motif, Bull in Paintings

Abstract

The objective of this research is to analyze the evolution of Bull imagery in contemporary Pakistani art over time and to understand the impact of this evolution on the overall aesthetic and thematic direction of Pakistani art. Pakistani art has rich visual vocabulary.These visual elements need to be discussed thoroughly.Unfortunately the books available on Pakistani art in our society there is less debate and lack of documentation of such faunal forms including the motif of Bull. Most of the literature available on contemporary Pakistani Art focuses more on artists’ bibliography, technique and the painting style adopted by them. This research follows American Psychological Association (APA) style 6th edition and primarily employs a qualitative research approach, supplemented by a smaller quantitative component.The study will focus on an in-depth analysis of the artworks depicting Bull motif with a proposed examination. Artworks included in this research shows the aesthatic and conceptual approach of Pakistani artists regarding the imagery of Bull.These artworks also depict the social, economic and religious actualities related to the Bull motif in Pakistan.The selected artworks provide a visual documantation and heighlight the significance of Bull imagery in the history of Pakistan.

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Published

2026-04-02

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How to Cite

Zia, A. S., & Arshad, S. (2026). Bull as Motif in Contemporary Pakistani Art: A Comprehensive Analysis. Journal of Development and Social Sciences, 7(2), 182–197. https://doi.org/10.47205/jdss.2026(7-II)17