Emperor Rafi ud-Darajat
1890
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1890
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a man sitting on a fancy golden chair with a small canopy above him. He’s dressed in bright white and orange robes, with a green turban and a beard. One hand holds a flower, and the other rests on his knee. The background is plain with a light sky and some text at the top. The edges of the painting have colorful flowers and leaves in bright reds, greens, and yellows. The text at the top is in a script that looks like it might be Persian or Arabic. The man’s pose is calm, almost like he’s posing for a portrait. If you like this style, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum for more works like it.
