Ahmed Khan (Pakistan, B.1939) Untitled (Calligraphic composition)Ahmed Khan (Pakistan, B.1939)Untitled (Calligraphic composition) signed and dated 'Ahmed Khan 07' centre rightmixed media on board, framed32 x 31.5cm (12 5/8 x 12 3/8in).ProvenanceAcquired from John Pye & Sons, Selection of Silverware, Lancashire, 21st April 2016, lot 260.Translation: A ille la, Al Raheem, Al Rehman: There is only one God, The merciful.Born in Sahjehan Pur, India, Khan was a lecturer at the National College of Arts, Lahore from 1963-1988. Often considered Pakistan's greatest living calligraphic artist, his works assimilate calligraphic design with line and form. His designs are based on silver foil and turn into vibrant colours when chemicals are added to them. His works often deal with the Oneness of God and the desire for peace as evident in the present lot. He has been awarded the National Award by Pakistan's National Council of at the Arts in 1984 as well as the 1996 Shakir Ali Award.