UNTITLED
50.5 x 30 inches
Oil on canvas
Signature- Above left
1954

This powerful painting by F. N. Souza shows a strong and emotional scene of a nude woman sitting on chair and a man in a suit is standing painted in Souza’s unique, expressive style. The long bodies, strong outlines, and unusual shapes show his rejection of traditional art rules and social values. The woman looks exposed but confident, while the man appears stiff and controlling—possibly a comment on male power or patriarchy . The bold black lines and rough textures add to the emotion, while the dark orange and brown colors create a feeling of stress, discomfort, or sadness.This painting explores themes of power, control, and isolation, which are common in Souza’s work. The people in the painting are not just characters—they are symbols of human struggle, painted with honesty and sharp insight.