Umar is received by the giant Zumrud Shah
1570
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1570
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows Umar bowing to a giant crowned man on a red and gold carpet. The giant holds a pearl-hilted sword. The scene crackles with energy from the bright colors and sharp edges. The Hamzanama was a giant project. Akbar ordered 1400 paintings for one story. Artists worked in teams to make each page perfect. Look for more Hamzanama pages at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
