CONDITON USED GOOD , ZAKIR HUSSAIN , DAYANITA SINGH, HARDCOVER,1987

This is one of her earliest works as a photographer. The essay captures the legendary tabla maestro Zakir Hussain during performances, practice sessions, and personal moments. Singh’s photographs reveal her keen ability to portray not just the artist’s public persona but also his dedication and spirit as a musician. The series is a blend of documentary and artistic photography, reflecting Singh’s emerging style in the late 1980s.