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Layla and Majnun in the wilderness with animals, from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Amir Khusrau Dihlavi

Sanwlah , 1598

Layla and Majnun in the wilderness with animals, from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Amir Khusrau Dihlavi, by Sanwlah, unspecified, 1598
Layla and Majnun in the wilderness with animals, from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Amir Khusrau Dihlavi, by Sanwlah, unspecified, 1598

Layla and Majnun in the wilderness with animals, from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Amir Khusrau Dihlavi is an unspecified painting by the Mughal Painting artist Sanwlah. It dates from 1598 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

This 1598 painting by Sanwlah depicts a serene wilderness scene featuring a couple, identified as Layla and Majnun, surrounded by animals. The work is part of an illustrated Khamsa (Quintet) of Amir Khusrau Dihlavi and is currently housed at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The painting portrays the legendary star-crossed lovers Layla and Majnun in a natural setting, conveying a sense of tranquility. The woman (Layla) holds a book, while Majnun gazes at her, suggesting a moment of intimate connection amidst isolation.

Technique & Style

Sanwlah's composition features vibrant, colorful attire for the couple (yellow for Layla, blue for Majnun) set against a detailed backdrop of trees, hills, a distant city, and a clear blue sky with white clouds, achieving a harmonious balance between figures and landscape.

History & Provenance

Created in 1598, the painting is attributed to Sanwlah as part of a Khamsa by Amir Khusrau Dihlavi. Its current location is The Cleveland Museum of Art, though the full provenance history prior to its acquisition is not detailed here.

Layla and Majnun in the wilderness with animals, from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Amir Khusrau Dihlavi
Layla and Majnun in the wilderness with animals, from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Amir Khusrau Dihlavi, Sanwalah

Artist & collection

Artist

Sanwlah

Sanwlah was a court artist in the palace of 4th Mughal Emperor Jahangir.

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