One of twelve tiny paintings depictsing Mughal emperors, Afghan and Sikh nobles, and Mughal ladies.
1850
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1850
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Dominant colour
One of twelve tiny paintings depictsing Mughal emperors, Afghan and Sikh nobles, and Mughal ladies. is a 1850 paint by Unknown, a Mughal Painting work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This miniature painting is a circular portrait of a man with a long white beard and mustache. He wears a white turban adorned with a gold and blue jewel, and a white robe with gold accents. His right hand holds a sword, and he has a gold arrow on his back. The man's attire and accessories suggest he is a noble or royal figure, possibly from the Mughal or Afghan empire. The painting's intricate details and vibrant colors are characteristic of Mughal art. To learn more about this style of art, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum.
This miniature painting portrays Ranjit Singh, who ruled from 1780 to 1839, among a series of twelve works featuring Mughal emperors, Afghan and Sikh nobles, and Mughal ladies.
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