Charlottee James
Art Researcher
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17th Century • India
Jahangir entertains Shah Abbas
Research based on 5 sources
16th Century • India
Baz Bahadur
Research based on 4 sources
Darbar of Jahangir
This painting is an example of the symbolism used in mughal paintings, here in the form of the globe which is something that is often seen.
A groom with a chestnut horse
It is good to see the amalgamation of the Mughal miniature style of painting and the Company School Style of painting.
Birbhum Landscape (Life in Birbhum)
The painting doesn't really focus on intrucate lines or a detail heavy style, rather it focuses on giving the feeling of the landscape and it is interesting to see how the colours used are also natural.
Shôki the Demon-queller
This print shows Shôki as a powerful, larger-than-life protector. By cutting off his hat and robes at the edges, Masanobu makes him look too big for the picture, almost bursting out of it. His fierce glare and strong, mid-step pose make him feel alive and…
Giotto and Cimabue
It is interesting to see how the artist is influenced by the trends of his time to create a piece of art that is temporally multifaceted in way, combining different stylistic elements.
Self Portrait of Keshav Das
When one thinks of Mughal paintings or even the painting of Keshav Das, for that matter, one thinks of intricately painted court scenes depicting the majesty of the emperor and the grandeur of his court, which are far from plain. But here the artist, instead…