Akbar Receives the Iranian Ambassador Sayyid Beg in 1562
1592
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1592
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows Akbar sitting on a gold throne while an ambassador bows low, handing over a gift box. The man behind him carries a tall silver vase wrapped in cloth. Bright red and gold robes stand out against softer colors. It’s part of a two-page scene from a royal history book called the Akbarnama. The opposite page shows Akbar receiving the gifts, so this half shows the journey. Look up the Victoria and Albert Museum to see the matching page.
