Mughal Empire Collection (#6)

Snow detail, Yellowstone National Park

The Indian Bridge and Serpent Fountain at Sezincote, from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo)
CLF310419 The Indian Bridge and Serpent Fountain at Sezincote, from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Sezincote, the entrance front with the Conservatory curving away to the rear, from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo)
CLF310420 Sezincote, the entrance front with the Conservatory curving away to the rear, from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Priming flask, 17th - 18th century (ivory)
5942468 Priming flask, 17th - 18th century (ivory) by Mughal School; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: A Mughal-period ivory priming flask used to hold fine gunpowder for the matchlock guns)

A Family of Tartars, c. 1885 (ink, w/c & gold on paper)
XOS5884511 A Family of Tartars, c. 1885 (ink, w/c & gold on paper) by Indian School, (19th century); 25.3x33.8 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: India, Punjab, probably Lahore)

A lady brought in from a storm at night: illustration from the musical mode Madhu Madhavi, c. 1760 (gouache on paper)
STC140553 A lady brought in from a storm at night: illustration from the musical mode Madhu Madhavi, c.1760 (gouache on paper) by Mughal School (18th century); Victoria & Albert Museum, London

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A royal ram with a gold chain, c. 1585 (opaque w/c & gold on paper)
XOS5884799 A royal ram with a gold chain, c. 1585 (opaque w/c & gold on paper) by Indian School, (16th century); Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: India)

Calcutta scene showing the nationalities best known in India: Northern Indian, Mongol, Persian, Mughal, Muslim, Arab
FLO4623979 Calcutta scene showing the nationalities best known in India: Northern Indian, Mongol, Persian, Mughal, Muslim, Arab, Chinese, Malay, Armenia, British, Dutch, etc

Hookah base, 17th century (zinc alloy "bidri ware" inlaid with gold)
1071563 Hookah base, 17th century (zinc alloy "bidri ware" inlaid with gold) by Indian School, (17th century); 16.5100330201x18.4150368301x18.4150368301 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas

The Emperor Jahangir in the Zenana, 17th century (ink, opaque pigments and gold on paper)
7302175 The Emperor Jahangir in the Zenana, 17th century (ink, opaque pigments and gold on paper) by Mughal School, (17th century); 20.1 x 14.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Jesuits at the court of an Indian prince (gouache on paper)
IND368816 Jesuits at the court of an Indian prince (gouache on paper) by Indian School, (16th century); Private Collection; Otus/Index

Detail from Allegorical portrait of Jahangir (opaque w / c & gold on paper)
874379 Detail from Allegorical portrait of Jahangir (opaque w/c & gold on paper) by Ali Khan, Ghulam (fl.1815); 27.7 x18 cm; San Diego Museum of Art, USA; (add.info.: Nur-ud-din Mohammad Salim)

Portrait of Mughal Grandee, Standing, c. 1640 (opaque w / c & gold on paper)
874334 Portrait of Mughal Grandee, Standing, c.1640 (opaque w/c & gold on paper) by Ilyas Bahadur (fl.c.1640); 17.9 x10.3 cm; San Diego Museum of Art, USA; Edwin Binney 3rd Collection

Rustem Killing Arjang Div, c. 1630 (pen & ink, heightened with colour, on paper)
1196814 Rustem Killing Arjang Div, c.1630 (pen & ink, heightened with colour, on paper) by Mughal School, (17th century); 19.1x12 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Allegorical portrait of Jahangir (opaque w / c & gold on paper)
874380 Allegorical portrait of Jahangir (opaque w/c & gold on paper) by Ali Khan, Ghulam (fl.1815); 27.7 x18 cm; San Diego Museum of Art, USA; (add.info.: Nur-ud-din Mohammad Salim)

A hero slays a giant before a crowd of onlookers in a courtyard, illustration from the Hamza Nama, c
FIT282922 A hero slays a giant before a crowd of onlookers in a courtyard, illustration from the Hamza Nama, c.1555-67 (bodycolour on cotton) by Mughal School

Rustam killing the White Demon, from the Shahnama (Book of Kings), by Abu l-Qasim Manur Firdawsi (c. 934-c)
BAL4560 Rustam killing the White Demon, from the Shahnama (Book of Kings), by Abu l-Qasim Manur Firdawsi (c.934-c.1020), from the large Clive Album (gouache on paper) by Indian School

Rustam killing the White Demon, illustration from the Shahnama (Book of Kings), by Abu l-Qasim Manur Firdawsi (c)
STC153444 Rustam killing the White Demon, illustration from the Shahnama (Book of Kings), by Abu l-Qasim Manur Firdawsi (c.934-c.1020), from the Large Clive Album by Indian School

View of the Court of the Palace of Oodeypore, c1891. Creator: James Grant
View of the Court of the Palace of Oodeypore, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Captain Hodson Arresting the King of Delhi, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Captain Hodson Arresting the King of Delhi, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Great Hall of the Dewan Khas in the Palace of Delhi, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Great Hall of the Dewan Khas in the Palace of Delhi, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

View of the Mausoleum of the Emperor Houmayoun, in the Plain of Delhi, c1891. Creator: James Grant
View of the Mausoleum of the Emperor Houmayoun, in the Plain of Delhi, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant

View of the Palace of Lahore, c1891. Creator: James Grant
View of the Palace of Lahore, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

The Gardens, c1891. Creator: James Grant
The Gardens, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

View in the Gardens of the Moguls Palace, Delhi, c1891. Creator: James Grant
View in the Gardens of the Moguls Palace, Delhi, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Jahangir Shooting the Head of Malik Ambar, early 17th century (opaque w / c, ink & gold on paper)
3742877 Jahangir Shooting the Head of Malik Ambar, early 17th century (opaque w/c, ink & gold on paper) by Hasan, Abu l (fl.1605-27); 38x26 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

The Great Mughal, entering the English camp, 1764 (engraving)
3784439 The Great Mughal, entering the English camp, 1764 (engraving); (add.info.: Shah Alam II, the Great Mughal, sovereign of Hindustan, entering the English camp, 1764)

Captain John Avery, engraving
3784186 Captain John Avery, engraving.; (add.info.: Captain John Avery, engraving. Caption reads Captain John Avery taking the Great Moguls ship)

Shah Allum reviewing the East India Company troops, 18th century (engraving)
3781583 Shah Allum reviewing the East India Company troops, 18th century (engraving); (add.info.: Shah Allum, mogul of Hindostan, reviewing the East India Companys troops)

March of the grand Mughal, Akbar the Great, 1909 (print)
3781033 March of the grand Mughal, Akbar the Great, 1909 (print); (add.info.: March of the grand Mughal, Akbar the Great, third Mughal emperor of India 15 October 1542 - 27 October 1605)

Yusuf and Zulaikha meet in a garden, 1636 (opaque w / c and gold on paper)
6040463 Yusuf and Zulaikha meet in a garden, 1636 (opaque w/c and gold on paper) by Samarqandi, Muhammad Nadir (17th century); 25.1x14.4 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

A Syce (Groom) Holding Two Carriage Horses, c. 1845 (opaque w / c on paper)
5973424 A Syce (Groom) Holding Two Carriage Horses, c.1845 (opaque w/c on paper) by Shaik Muhammad Amir of Karraya (fl.1830-50) (attr. to); 30.5x50.8 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA

Nautch girls, 1922 (b / w photo)
5962928 Nautch girls, 1922 (b/w photo) by Bain, George Grantham - Bain News Service (1865-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: Travelling dancing girls in the later Mughal Empire)

Yusuf and Zulaikha meet in a garden, 1636 (opaque w / c and gold on paper)
6039860 Yusuf and Zulaikha meet in a garden, 1636 (opaque w/c and gold on paper) by Samarqandi, Muhammad Nadir (17th century); 25.1x14.4 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

An English Gig, c. 1840 (opaque w / c on burnished paper)
5973727 An English Gig, c.1840 (opaque w/c on burnished paper) by Shaik Muhammad Amir of Karraya (fl.1830-50) (attr. to); 25.3x38.2 cm; Arthur M

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"The Majestic Mughal Empire: A Journey through Time and Beauty" Step into the enchanting world of the Mughal Empire as you visit the iconic Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India. Marvel at its grandeur and intricate architecture that stands as a testament to love and devotion. Delve deeper into history as you explore the interior of a hall in the palace of the Mughal kings in Delhi. Feel like royalty as you walk through these hallowed halls that once witnessed opulent celebrations and royal gatherings. Immerse yourself in artistry with "The prophet Elijah rescuing Prince Nur ad-Dahr" painting by Mir Sayyid Ali. Admire this masterpiece from 1562-1577 that captures both skillful brushwork and captivating storytelling. Witness nature's beauty intertwined with human craftsmanship at Sezincote, where The Indian Bridge and Serpent Fountain stand proudly amidst lush surroundings. These architectural marvels are sure to leave you awestruck. Travel back in time with an intriguing map showcasing India during the reign of Emperor Akbar. This 16th-century engraving offers a glimpse into how vast and diverse his empire was. Experience moments of imperial leisure as you observe a mounted man hunting birds with a falcon. This early 18th-century artwork showcases not only skilled horsemanship but also reflects on cultural traditions during that era. Discover historical treasures such as Abu l-Fazl ibn Mubarak presenting the Akbarnama to Akbar, depicting significant events from their reign. Witness this pivotal moment when knowledge met power, shaping one of history's greatest empires. Uncover exquisite artifacts like an intricately carved ivory priming flask dating back to the 17th - 18th century. Appreciate its fine craftsmanship while pondering upon its significance during those times. As dawn breaks over Agra, witness the Taj Mahal bathed in the soft hues of sunrise.