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Indian Mughal Miniature Painting Of Emperor Akbar In Old Age Islamic Art Decor

Indian Mughal Miniature Painting Of Emperor Akbar In Old Age Islamic Art Decor

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An original painting created in 1966, in which all the golden deatiling throughout has been executed using real gold. when you zoom in on it , you will see how magnificent the strokes are.

Akbar in Old Age
Looking pallid and drained, Akbar is shown in old age, probably not long before his death at sixty-four in 1605. Behind him, seemingly worried, his grandson Prince Khurram (later Shah Jahan) turns to his bibulous older brother, Prince Khusrau. The courtier saluting the emperor appears to be Hakim 'Ali Gilani, the physician who attended Akbar in his last illness and who was also Prince Khurram's chief tutor. An unidentified huntsman tries unsuccessfully to attract the attention of a hound. He holds a superb green matchlock, symbolic perhaps of activities forsaken in old age.

Manohar's group portrait sensitively conveys a mood of sadness and tension, and as such it is a landmark in the development of its genre, which could be considered the outstanding expression of Mughal art. This sensitive, three-quarter view of Akbar may be the very picture that provided the model for countless posthumous likenesses, such as those made for Shah Jahan, who must have remembered his grandfather as we see him here, and who remained at his bedside until the end.

Product Overview:- 

Bring the historic grandeur of the Mughal Empire into your home or gallery. This highly detailed, hand-painted miniature artwork depicts the great Mughal Emperor Akbar in his later years, seated peacefully on a royal terrace under an ornate canopy. Surrounded by devoted attendants and a resting hunting hound, the scene captures the elegance and quiet power of the royal court.

The painting is beautifully crowned with traditional, illuminated Persian calligraphy, adding authentic cultural and historical depth to this remarkable piece of decor.

Artwork Details & Features:

  • Intricate Craftsmanship: Notice the fine brushwork in the Emperor's garments, the expressive faces of the attendants, and the delicate patterns on the carpets and canopy.

  • Rich Symbolism: Features classic Mughal elements including the royal flywhisk (chauri) bearer, a resting royal hound, and detailed architectural framing.

  • Persian Calligraphy: The top panel features beautiful script against a gold-leaf style background, characteristic of classic Islamic and Indian manuscripts.

  • Versatile Decor: An exceptional statement piece for collectors of Asian antiquities, Islamic art enthusiasts, or anyone looking to add a touch of royal heritage to their interior design.

Unit of Sale: Single Piece

Size: Medium

Title: Mughal Court Seen Paper Painting

Period: Contemporary (1970 - 2020)

Material: Paper

Framing: Unframed

Region of Origin: India

Subject: Asia

Personalize: No

Type: Painting

Year of Production: 1966

Unit Type: Unit

Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original

Item Height: 13.5 in

Style: Abstract

Theme: Art

Features: Miniature

Production Technique: Natural Stone Color Painting

Unit Quantity: Single Piece

Country of Origin: India

Handmade: Yes

Item Width: 9.5 in

Time Period Produced: 1960-1969

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