Artwork
Emperor Jahangir
Emperor Jahangir is a paint painting by the Rococo painting artist Unknown. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
This Mughal painting portrays Emperor Jahangir in a characteristic pose, distinguished by vibrant attire and symbolic accessories, executed in opaque watercolour and gold on paper.
Subject & Meaning
Emperor Jahangir is depicted facing right, holding a cane in one hand and an indistinct small object (possibly a bird or fan) in the other, conveying serenity and authority.
Technique & Style
The work features bold, albeit faded, colors on a plain background, framed by a red border, suggesting its origin as part of a book or small panel, characteristic of Mughal miniature painting traditions.
Context
The painting's style and composition align with the artistic flourishment of the Mughal Empire, known for blending Indian, Persian, and Islamic aesthetics.
Legacy
Works like this are well-represented in institutions such as the Victoria and Albert Museum, reflecting ongoing interest in Mughal art's unique cultural synthesis.
Artist & collection
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Madonna and Child with Saints in the Enclosed Garden
Venus and Minerva
Family Group of Four on Sofa
Wall painting from Room H of the Villa of P. Fannius Synistor at Boscoreale
