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Shah Jahan holding a spinel and a long Deccan sword, from the Late Shah Jahan Album, c
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Shah Jahan holding a spinel and a long Deccan sword, from the Late Shah Jahan Album, c
Shah Jahan holding a spinel and a long Deccan sword, from the Late Shah Jahan Album, c. 1650. This page came from an imperial album assembled for Shah Jahan toward the end of his reign. Only portraits of the emperors have angels hovering with a crown in the top border along with the predator peacefully paired with his prey below. Shah Jahan chose to link these symbols of peace and justice with divine sanction for his rule, as indicated by the light of the sun and moon behind his head. Royal retainers carry emblems of sovereignty in the left border. Imperial Mughal painting reached a pinnacle of refinement and formality under Shah Jahan. The artists reveal astonishing skill in their ability to render the subtle texture of the feather in his turban crest, the gleam of every jewel, the softness of his beard, and the delicacy of his costly translucent muslin robe. In his hand Shah Jahan holds a ruby-like gemstone called a spinel, prized among the Mughals for its talismanic properties of protection during battle
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1650 Attributed To Mughal Opaque Watercolour And Gold On Paper Hashim
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The captivating print showcases the regal figure of Shah Jahan, holding a spinel and a long Deccan sword. This exquisite piece is part of the Late Shah Jahan Album, curated towards the end of his reign. The album exclusively features portraits of emperors accompanied by celestial angels bearing crowns in the top border, while below them, predators coexist peacefully with their prey. Shah Jahan intentionally intertwines symbols of peace, justice, and divine approval within this artwork. The radiance emanating from behind his head represents the sun and moon's light, signifying his rule as divinely sanctioned. On the left border stand royal retainers carrying emblems of sovereignty. Imperial Mughal painting reaches its zenith under Shah Jahan's patronage, displaying unparalleled refinement and formality. The artists' remarkable skill is evident in their ability to capture intricate details - from the texture of feathers adorning his turban crest to every gleaming jewel on his person. Notably impressive are their depictions of Shah Jahan's soft beard and delicate muslin robe that exudes opulence. In Shah Jahan's hand rests a precious gemstone known as a spinel; cherished by Mughals for its talismanic properties offering protection during battle. This photograph print by Heritage Art/Heritage Images encapsulates not only an era but also celebrates artistic mastery at its finest – an embodiment of imperial grandeur captured for eternity.
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