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The Desire of Fertility II

The Desire of Fertility II by Tariq Gill, a contemporary figurative painting depicting a symbolic figure with a snake around the neck, an enigmatic goddess, birds, and sand dunes in a surreal landscape.

Medium: (Pastels, Graphite and Charcoal) 
Year: 2025 
Dimensions: 122 × 122 cm 
Collection: Artist Collection 
Availability: Available 
Category: Mixed Media Painting

About the Artwork

The Desire of Fertility II is a contemporary figurative mixed media painting by Tariq Gill, a Contemporary Pakistani Artist, exploring fertility as a symbolic expression of instinct, transformation, and the enduring cycle of life. Set within a landscape of sand dunes, a solitary figure stands with a snake coiled around the neck, while an enigmatic goddess rests gently in the figure’s left arm, suggesting the delicate balance between vulnerability, creation, and inner strength. Nearby, a plantation and two symbolic birds introduce quiet moments of renewal and observation, contrasting the arid surroundings with the possibility of growth. Through surreal imagery, layered symbolism, and his distinctive visual language, Gill examines the relationship between human desire, the subconscious mind, and the regenerative forces of nature.

Curatorial Interpretation

In The Desire of Fertility II, Tariq Gill expands his exploration of fertility beyond physical existence, presenting it as a metaphor for transformation, spiritual awakening, and the instinctive forces that shape human experience. The symbolic snake evokes cycles of renewal, wisdom, and rebirth, while the goddess introduces themes of creation, protection, and the feminine principle. Against the stark landscape of sand dunes, the presence of birds and cultivated land offers subtle signs of hope and continuity. By bringing together surreal symbolism and expressive figuration, Gill creates a contemplative visual narrative in which nature mirrors the emotional, psychological, and spiritual dimensions of human life.

Exhibition History

The Desire of Fertility II was exhibited in Ecosystem of Fantasies, Tariq Gill’s solo exhibition held at Muse Art Gallery, Lahore, from 2 May to 12 May 2026. Curated by Minahil Ahmed, the exhibition presented a recent body of mixed media paintings and drawings exploring imagination, symbolism, nature, and the complexity of human experience.

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