Asaf Khan
1592
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1592
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Kesav Kalan shows Asaf Khan riding a white horse at the front of Mughal troops. The soldiers carry guns and banners. Khan’s face looks calm, not angry, even in battle. This was made for Emperor Akbar around 1595 to show power. The fight was real—Rani Durgavati, a Gond ruler, led her own army against the Mughals. Look up the Victoria and Albert Museum to see where this painting lives.
