Who painted Shah 'Alam?

Shah 'Alam was painted by Unknown in 1890.

Where can I see Shah 'Alam?

Shah 'Alam is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Shah 'Alam?

Shah 'Alam is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Shah 'Alam

Unknown , 1890

Shah 'Alam is a paint painting by the Impressionist artist Unknown. It dates from 1890 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

This painting is a portrait of Shah 'Alam, a Mughal Emperor, created around 1890 using opaque watercolour and gold on paper.

Subject & Meaning

The emperor is depicted seated on an ornate chair, smoking a huqqa, suggesting a scene from a royal or formal setting. The text accompanying the image identifies the subject as 'Badshah Shah Alam' or 'The Emperor Shah Alam'.

Technique & Style

The artwork features intricate designs on the chair and the emperor's attire, rendered in detail against a plain background, emphasizing the figure and his surroundings.