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A Courtier, Possibly Khan Alam, Holding a Spinel and a Deccan Sword, c. 1605-1610
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A Courtier, Possibly Khan Alam, Holding a Spinel and a Deccan Sword, c. 1605-1610
A Courtier, Possibly Khan Alam, Holding a Spinel and a Deccan Sword, c. 1605-1610. According to Akbars court historian, the emperor ordered likenesses to be taken of the grandees of his realm. " An immense album was thus formed: those that have passed away have received a new life, and those who are still alive have immortality promised them." Akbars son and successor, Jahangir (reigned 1605-27), continued the tradition of commissioning works of lifelike portraiture for inclusion in imperial albums. This courtier wears an opulent fur-trimmed, fringed velvet coat over his belted white tunic and striped pants-the typical Mughal dress derived from their roots among the nomadic horse-riding people of Central Asia. The artist has reveled in creating the soft textures of the facial hair, fur and fabrics. He holds a ruby-like gemstone called a spinel, which was prized among the Mughals for its talismanic properties of protection during battle
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This print showcases a courtier, possibly Khan Alam, during the Mughal era in India. The image is part of an immense album commissioned by Emperor Akbar, who desired to immortalize the grandees of his realm through lifelike portraiture. This tradition was continued by Akbar's son and successor, Jahangir. The courtier depicted here exudes opulence and elegance in his attire. He wears a fur-trimmed, fringed velvet coat over a belted white tunic and striped pants - the distinctive Mughal dress influenced by their Central Asian roots as nomadic horse-riding people. The artist skillfully captures the soft textures of facial hair, fur, and fabrics with meticulous attention to detail. In this portrait, the courtier holds a spinel gemstone resembling a ruby. Among the Mughals, spinels were highly valued for their talismanic properties that offered protection during battle. The significance of this gemstone adds another layer of intrigue to the composition. Through this print from Heritage Art/Heritage Images collection, we are transported back in time to witness not only the exquisite beauty but also gain insight into the cultural practices and artistic preferences prevalent during one of India's most significant historical periods.
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