Sri Lankan artist Mueen Saheed has honored Pakistani Olympian Arshad Nadeem by dedicating a “special painting” to the athlete, APP reported on Monday.
Nadeem made history at the Paris Olympics in August by achieving a record-breaking javelin throw of 92.97 meters, earning Pakistan its first Olympic gold medal since 1992 and setting a new global record.
Concluding his art and cultural tour of Pakistan last week, Saheed showcased his work in major exhibitions held in Lahore and Islamabad. As part of this tour, he presented the painting, titled “The Throw”, to the Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA), where it now resides in their permanent collection.
The painting, an abstract depiction of Nadeem and his mother, showcases Saheed’s signature style of layered brushstrokes and intricate small squares.
According to the Associated Press of Pakistan (APP), the artwork celebrates Nadeem’s extraordinary achievements and his ability to inspire unity among fans across borders.
