1526 1756 Collection

Illuminated Leaf with Writing by Muhammad Ali, 1788. Creator: Unknown
Illuminated Leaf with Writing by Muhammad Ali, 1788

Lovers Embracing, c. 1630. Creator: Unknown
Lovers Embracing, c. 1630. The grape-laden vine intertwined around the tree is a poetic visual metaphor for the lovers in close embrace beneath it

Portrait of Prince Murad Baksh, c. 1655. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Prince Murad Baksh, c. 1655

Harem Night-Bathing Scene (recto): Calligraphy Framed by an Ornamental Border... (verso), c
Harem Night-Bathing Scene (recto): Calligraphy Framed by an Ornamental Border of Flowers and Birds (verso), c. 1650

The Emperor Alamgir (reigned 1658-1707) on Horseback, c. 1690-1710. Creator: Unknown
The Emperor Alamgir (reigned 1658-1707) on Horseback, c. 1690-1710

The siege of Arbela in the era of Hulagu Khan, page from a Chingiz-nama... c. 1596
The siege of Arbela in the era of Hulagu Khan, page from a Chingiz-nama (Book of Chingiz Khan) of the Jami al-tavarikh (Compendium of Chronicles) of Rashid al-Din (Persian, 1247-1318), c. 1596

Teacher with his Pupil, c. 1595-1600. Creator: Unknown
Teacher with his Pupil, c. 1595-1600

Seated Scholar, Border Fragment from the Teheran / Berlin album, c. 1605-1610. Creator: Unknown
Seated Scholar, Border Fragment from the Teheran/Berlin album, c. 1605-1610

School Exercise Alphabet, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
School Exercise Alphabet, 18th century

Radha and Krishna Caught in a Storm, c. 1615-1620. Creator: Unknown
Radha and Krishna Caught in a Storm, c.1615-1620

Shah Jahan, c. 1630. Creator: Hashim (Indian, active 1598-c. 1650)
Shah Jahan, c. 1630. This sensitive portrait jewel was probably painted shortly after Shah Jahan came to the throne of the powerful Mughal Empire in 1628 after the death of his father, Jahangir

Portrait of the Courtier Mirza Muizz, c. 1680-1700. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of the Courtier Mirza Muizz, c. 1680-1700

Portrait of an Unidentified Noble from Shah Jahans Court, c. 1640-1650. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of an Unidentified Noble from Shah Jahans Court, c. 1640-1650

Portrait of Raja Jagat Singh of Nurpur (reigned 1618-46), probably 1619. Creator: Bichitr (Indian)
Portrait of Raja Jagat Singh of Nurpur (reigned 1618-46), probably 1619. Jagat Singh was a prince from a small kingdom in the western Himalayan foothills who grew up at the imperial Mughal court of

Husain Ali Khan Entertaining His Brothers (The Sayyid Brothers), c. 1712-19. Creator: Unknown
Husain Ali Khan Entertaining His Brothers (The Sayyid Brothers), c. 1712-19. The shrewd imperial oligarch smoking the hookah

European Costume Scene, c. 1590-1595. Creator: Unknown
European Costume Scene, c. 1590-1595. This painting of European subjects by an unnamed Indian artist depicts an unidentified scene in which two merchants approach a pavilion where a seated lady

Panels from a Box, c. 1700. Creator: Unknown
Panels from a Box, c. 1700

Page with Two Columns of Persian Writing, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Page with Two Columns of Persian Writing, 18th century

Page with Panel with Two Columns of Persian Writing, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Page with Panel with Two Columns of Persian Writing, 18th century

Page from the Late Shah Jahan Album: Portrait of Asaf Khan, c. 1653. Creator: Unknown
Page from the Late Shah Jahan Album: Portrait of Asaf Khan, c. 1653. The Late Shah Jahan Album contained sensitively rendered portraits of the emperors high-ranking officers, ministers

Page from the Late Shah Jahan Album: Prince and Ascetics, c. 1630. Creator: Govardhan (Indian)
Page from the Late Shah Jahan Album: Prince and Ascetics, c. 1630. Most paintings in the Late Shah Jahan Album were commissioned specifically for the album

Page from the Late Shah Jahan Album: Harem Night-Bathing Scene, c. 1653. Creator: Unknown
Page from the Late Shah Jahan Album: Harem Night-Bathing Scene, c. 1653. At least two scenes of women bathing under the moonlight were included in the Late Shah Jahan Album

Page from the Late Shah Jahan Album: Calligraphy Framed by an Ornamental Border with Poppies and Pairs of Birds, c. 1653. Treated as a jewel set in gold and floral arabesques

Aurangzeb, c. 1770. Creator: Unknown
Aurangzeb, c. 1770

Jain Ascetic Walking Along a Riverbank, c. 1600. Creator: Basavana (Indian, active c
Jain Ascetic Walking Along a Riverbank, c. 1600

Emperor Shah Jahan, late 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Emperor Shah Jahan, late 17th century

Calligraphy, c. 1596. Creator: Basavana (Indian, active c. 1560-1600); Sur Das (Indian)
Calligraphy, c. 1596. The fortress at Arbela, present-day Irbil, marked the center of Kurdistan in northern Iraq, homeland to the ethnic Kurds

Radha Krishna Caught Storm 1615-1620 India Mughal Dynasty
Radha and Krishna Caught in a Storm, c.1615-1620. India, Mughal Dynasty (1526-1756). Color on paper; overall: 13 x 13 cm (5 1/8 x 5 1/8 in.)

Husain Ali Khan Entertaining Brothers Sayyid Brothers
Husain Ali Khan Entertaining His Brothers (The Sayyid Brothers), c. 1712-19. India, Mughal Dynasty (1526-1756). Opaque watercolor and gold on paper; page: 30.8 x 30.5 cm (12 1/8 x 12 in.)

Emperor Alamgir reigned 1658–1707 Horseback
The Emperor Alamgir (reigned 1658-1707) on Horseback, c. 1690-1710. India, Mughal Dynasty (1526-1756). Opaque watercolor, gold, and silver on paper; overall: 30.5 x 22.3 cm (12 x 8 3/4 in.)

Lovers Embracing 1630 India Popular Mughal School
Lovers Embracing, c. 1630. India, Popular Mughal School, probably done at Bikaner, Mughal Dynasty (1526-1756). Opaque watercolor and gold on paper; image: 14.9 x 10.1 cm (5 7/8 x 4 in.); overall

European Costume Scene 1590-1595 India Mughal Dynasty
European Costume Scene, c. 1590-1595. India, Mughal Dynasty (1526-1756). Color on paper; image: 21.5 x 13.4 cm (8 7/16 x 5 1/4 in.)

Portrait Unidentified Noble Shah Jahans Court
Portrait of an Unidentified Noble from Shah Jahans Court, c. 1640-1650. India, Mughal Dynasty (1526-1756). Partially colored drawing; image: 14.4 x 10.2 cm (5 11/16 x 4 in.); overall

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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Art: 1526-1756" Step into a world where art transcends time, as we delve into the captivating works from the period between 1526 and 1756. This era witnessed an array of masterpieces that continue to mesmerize us today. One such gem is the "Illuminated Leaf with Writing by Muhammad Ali, " created in 1788 by an unknown artist. Its intricate calligraphy and vibrant colors transport us to a realm of beauty and spirituality. In contrast, "Lovers Embracing" takes us back to around 1630, showcasing an anonymous artist's ability to capture raw emotions through their brushstrokes. The tender embrace depicted on canvas evokes a sense of passion and intimacy that transcends time. Moving forward, we encounter a stunning portrait titled "Prince Murad Baksh. " Painted circa 1655 by an unidentified creator, this piece immortalizes royalty with its meticulous attention to detail and regal aura. The allure continues with the enigmatic "Harem Night-Bathing Scene, " which reveals both artistic finesse and cultural significance. Adorned with ornamental borders and delicate calligraphy on one side while depicting bathing scenes on the other, this artwork offers glimpses into private moments within royal harems. As we venture further into history, we stumble upon "The Emperor Alamgir on Horseback. " Crafted between c. 1690-1710 by an unknown hand, this painting captures power and authority through its portrayal of a majestic ruler astride his horse. Traveling back even earlier in time brings us face-to-face with dramatic events like "The Siege of Arbela in the Era of Hulagu Khan. " A page from Chingiz-nama dating back to c. 1596 transports us straight into battlefields filled with chaos and valorous acts. Artistic education takes center stage as we witness the intimate bond between a "Teacher and his Pupil.