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Detail from The Emperor Shah Jahan on the Peacock Throne
874330 Detail from The Emperor Shah Jahan on the Peacock Throne, 1640 (opaque w/c & gold on paper) by Abid, son of Aqa Riza (fl.1640); 36.7 x25 cm; San Diego Museum of Art, USA; (add.info.: Shah Jahan (1592-1666), fifth Mughal Emperor who reigned from 1628 until 1658.); eSan Diego Museum of Art; Edwin Binney 3rd Collection; Indian, out of copyright
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© San Diego Museum of Art Edwin Binney 3rd Collection / Bridgeman Images
Courtier Courtiers Details Emperors Enthroned Globe Globes Mughal Empire Orbs Shah Jahan South Asia South Asian Thrones Peacock Throne Rulers
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This print showcases a mesmerizing detail from "The Emperor Shah Jahan on the Peacock Throne" by Abid, son of Aqa Riza. The artwork, created in 1640 using opaque watercolor and gold on paper, measures 36.7 x 25 cm and is housed at the San Diego Museum of Art in the USA. The painting depicts Shah Jahan, the fifth Mughal Emperor who reigned from 1628 to 1658, seated majestically on his opulent Peacock Throne. Adorned with intricate details and vibrant colors, this masterpiece transports us back to the grandeur of the Mughal Empire. Surrounded by courtiers dressed in traditional attire, Shah Jahan exudes power and authority as he holds an orb symbolizing his dominion over his vast empire. The peacock motifs embellishing his throne represent beauty and immortality. Every brushstroke brings out the richness of Indian culture and South Asian aesthetics. This artwork serves as a testament to India's glorious past and its influence on global art history. As we gaze upon this exquisite detail captured by Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we are reminded of the magnificence that once graced royal courts. It invites us to delve into a world where rulers were revered like gods and their thrones became symbols of wealth and supremacy. Through this photo print, we can appreciate not only Abid's artistic skill but also gain insight into an era marked by
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