Ustad Allah Bakhsh (1895–1978) was one of Pakistan’s most beloved painters, renowned for his landscapes and figurative compositions that vividly portray the rural and cultural life of Punjab. Born in Wazirabad, Punjab, during British India, he later settled in Lahore after the creation of Pakistan and spent most of his career there. His artistic training began at a young age under Master Abdullah, a respected miniature painter, whose guidance gave him a strong foundation in drawing, composition, and detail. Allah Bakhsh is best known for his evocative depictions of Punjabi village life, folklore, and mythological narratives. He frequently painted scenes from classic love legends such as Heer Ranjha and Sohni Mahiwal,...