Who painted Untitled?

Untitled was painted by Kanha in 1592.

Where can I see Untitled?

Untitled is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Untitled?

Untitled is associated with Mughal Painting.

Artwork

Untitled

Kanha , 1592

Untitled is a paint painting by the Mughal Painting artist Kanha. It dates from 1592 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

This painting is a fragment of a double-page illustration from the Akbarnama, a historical manuscript chronicling the reign of Mughal emperor Akbar. It depicts a riverbank scene, likely an event preceding the defeat of rebel general Khan Zaman in 1567.

Subject & Meaning

The scene is set on the banks of the Ganges River in northeast India and shows figures on a boat. The specific event represented is unidentified, but it is part of the narrative of Akbar's military campaigns.

Technique & Style

The composition was designed by Kanha, a Mughal artist, while the details on this half were executed by Nanha. The work exemplifies the collaborative style characteristic of Mughal manuscript illustrations, blending the skills of multiple artists.

History & Provenance

The Akbarnama was commissioned by Akbar and written by Abu'l Fazl between 1590 and 1596. The manuscript remained in the imperial library, passing from Akbar to his successors Jahangir and Shah Jahan. It was later acquired by Major General John Clarke in India and eventually purchased by the V&A from his widow in 1896.