Artwork
Rafi-U'ddarjat
Rafi-U'ddarjat is a paint painting by the Romanticist artist Unknown. It dates from 1840 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Rafi-U'ddarjat is a painting depicting a Mughal emperor seated on a throne, created using opaque watercolour and gold on paper.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is Rafi-U'ddarjat, a puppet emperor who reigned briefly in 1719. He is shown holding a flower and a book, symbolizing his dual roles as ruler and intellectual.
Technique & Style
The painting features intricate designs and patterns, including a geometric or leaf pattern on the emperor's robe, and is executed in a style characteristic of Mughal art, with the use of gold and opaque watercolour.
History & Provenance
The painting was once part of a series of Muslim rulers and was owned by the Earl of Auckland, who served as Governor General from 1836 to 1842.
Artist & collection
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