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Muhammad Shah, by Unknown, paint, 1725

Muhammad Shah

Unknown

1725

paint

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

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Overview

Muhammad Shah is a 1725 paint by Unknown, a Baroque work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1725 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

The painting depicts two men standing in a grassy field, with one man holding a book and the other holding an object. The men are dressed in white robes with gold accents, and the background features a blue sky with clouds. The painting's style is reminiscent of the Baroque period, with intricate details and ornate patterns. The use of gold accents adds a sense of luxury and opulence to the scene. For more information on the artistic style of this painting, explore the Baroque movement.

The story of this work

Overview

The artwork is a painting created with opaque watercolour on paper, depicting the Mughal emperor Muhammad Shah, who ruled from 1719 to 1748.

Read the full account in the museum source.

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