Timur distributes gifts from his grandson, the Prince of Multan, from a Zafar-nama (Book of Victories)
1599
unspecified
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1599
unspecified
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
A ruler sits under a red canopy, handing out gifts to his followers. Horses, camels, and piles of treasure cover the patterned blue carpet beneath him. This scene shows Timur, a famous conqueror, but the painting was made nearly 200 years after his death. The artist worked for Emperor Akbar, who traced his family back to Timur. The tiny details—like the gold-threaded carpet—show how rich and powerful the Mughal court was. If you like this, look up more about Mughal India.
