Mughal Period Collection

Jesus writes on the ground, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds)... 1602-1604
Jesus writes on the ground, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604. As Jesus was debating with the scribes

Four O Clock or The Marvel of Peru (Mirabilis Jalapa), Mughal period, c
874580 Four O Clock or The Marvel of Peru (Mirabilis Jalapa), Mughal period, c.1640 (opaque watercolour & gold on paper) by Indian School, (17th century); 21.3 x11.3 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

A Procession Scene with Musicians, from a copy of the Padshanama, Mughal period
2968142 A Procession Scene with Musicians, from a copy of the Padshanama, Mughal period, mid 17th century (opaque w/c & gold on paper) by Mughal School

The Flowering of Josephs Rod, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604. This painting illustrates a story that introduces Joseph into the narrative

The place of Jesuss birth, from a Mir at al-quds of Father Jerome Xavier…
The place of Jesuss birth, from a Mir at al-quds of Father Jerome Xavier (Spanish, 1549-1617), 1602-1604. Instead of a stable

Text pages from the Mir at al-quds of Father Jerome Xavier (Spanish, 1549-1617), 1602

The Adoration of the Shepherds, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604. Without reading the text

The Adoration of the Magi, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604. In this Nativity scene, familiar in Christian contexts

The Marriage at Cana, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604

The Magi Follow the Star, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604. One of the three kings points excitedly at the star at the upper left edge of the page

Simeon Kneels in Front of Mary and Jesus After Recognizing Them, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604

Salome Receiving John the Baptists Head on a Platter, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mirat al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604

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

Mary ascends the stairs to the temple, from a Mir at al-quds (Mirror of Holiness) of Father Jerome Xavier (Spanish, 1549-1617), 1602-1604

Moses praying to end the serpents attack on the Israelites, from a Mir at al-quds (Mirror of Holiness) of Father Jerome Xavier (Spanish, 1549-1617), 1602-1604

Illuminated page, from a Mir at al-quds of Father Jerome Xavier (Spanish, 1549-1617), 1602

A raven brings food to Elijah, from a Mir at al-quds of Father Jerome Xavier (Spanish, 1549-1617), 1602-1604

The Entry into Jerusalem, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604

Jesus Raises Jairuss Daughter from the Dead, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604

Jesus Heals the Noblemans Son in Capernaum, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604

Jesus being portrayed by King Abgars painter, from a Mir at al-quds of Father Jerome Xavier (Spanish, 1549-1617), 1602-1604

Jesus in the Tun Mountains near Nazareth where he Chooses Twelve of his Followers and Calls them Apostles, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mirat al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604

Jesus being awakened during a tempest on the Sea of Galilee, from a Mir at al-quds of Father Jerome Xavier (Spanish, 1549-1617), 1602-1604

Angels bring food to Jesus in the wilderness, from a Mir at al-quds of Father Jerome Xavier (Spanish, 1549-1617), 1602-1604

Fragment 1500s - 1600s India Mughal Period 16th - 17th century
Fragment, 1500s - 1600s. India, Mughal Period, 16th - 17th century. Block printed cotton; overall: 39.1 x 11.5 cm (15 3/8 x 4 1/2 in.)

Fragment Turban Cloth 1800 India Rajasthan Mughal period
Fragment of a Turban Cloth, 1800. India, Rajasthan, Mughal period, early 19th Century. Block printed and over-printed with gold; cotton; overall: 106.7 x 55.9 cm (42 x 22 in.)

Adoration Shepherds Mirror Holiness Mir at al-quds
The Adoration of the Shepherds, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604. Northern India, Uttar Pradesh, Allahabad, Mughal period

place Jesus birth Mir at al-quds
The place of Jesuss birth, from a Mir at al-quds of Father Jerome Xavier (Spanish, 1549-1617), 1602-1604. Northern India, Uttar Pradesh, Allahabad, Mughal period

Illuminated page Mir at al-quds Father Jerome Xavier
Illuminated page, from a Mir at al-quds of Father Jerome Xavier (Spanish, 1549-1617), 1602. Northern India, Uttar Pradesh, Allahabad, Mughal period

Simeon Kneels Front Mary Jesus Recognizing Them
Simeon Kneels in Front of Mary and Jesus After Recognizing Them, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604

Adoration Magi Mirror Holiness Mir at al-quds
The Adoration of the Magi, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604. Northern India, Uttar Pradesh, Allahabad, Mughal period

Jesus Raises Jairuss Daughter Dead Mirror Holiness
Jesus Raises Jairuss Daughter from the Dead, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604. Northern India, Uttar Pradesh, Allahabad, Mughal period

Moses praying serpents attack Israelites
Moses praying to end the serpents attack on the Israelites, from a Mir at al-quds (Mirror of Holiness) of Father Jerome Xavier (Spanish, 1549-1617), 1602-1604

Angels bring food Jesus wilderness Mir at al-quds
Angels bring food to Jesus in the wilderness, from a Mir at al-quds of Father Jerome Xavier (Spanish, 1549-1617), 1602-1604. Northern India, Uttar Pradesh, Allahabad, Mughal period

Marriage Cana Mirror Holiness Mir al-quds
The Marriage at Cana, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604. Northern India, Uttar Pradesh, Allahabad, Mughal period

A raven brings food Elijah Mir at al-quds
A raven brings food to Elijah, from a Mir at al-quds of Father Jerome Xavier (Spanish, 1549-1617), 1602-1604. Northern India, Uttar Pradesh, Allahabad, Mughal period

Jesus Tun Mountains Nazareth Chooses Twelve Followers
Jesus in the Tun Mountains near Nazareth where he Chooses Twelve of his Followers and Calls them Apostles, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604

Mary ascends stairs temple Mir at al-quds
Mary ascends the stairs to the temple, from a Mir at al-quds (Mirror of Holiness) of Father Jerome Xavier (Spanish, 1549-1617), 1602-1604. Northern India, Uttar Pradesh, Allahabad, Mughal period

Text pages Mir at al-quds Father Jerome Xavier
Text pages from the Mir at al-quds of Father Jerome Xavier (Spanish, 1549-1617), 1602. Northern India, Uttar Pradesh, Allahabad, Mughal period. Ink and gold on paper;

Flagellation Mirror Holiness Mir at al-quds
The Flagellation, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604. Northern India, Uttar Pradesh, Allahabad, Mughal period

Jesus portrayed King Abgar painter Mir at al-quds
Jesus being portrayed by King Abgars painter, from a Mir at al-quds of Father Jerome Xavier (Spanish, 1549-1617), 1602-1604. Northern India, Uttar Pradesh, Allahabad, Mughal period

Entry Jerusalem Mirror Holiness Mir al-quds
The Entry into Jerusalem, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604. Northern India, Uttar Pradesh, Allahabad, Mughal period

Flowering Josephs Rod Mirror Holiness Mir at al-quds
The Flowering of Josephs Rod, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604. Northern India, Uttar Pradesh, Allahabad, Mughal period

Jesus writes ground Mirror Holiness Mir at al-quds
Jesus writes on the ground, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604. Northern India, Uttar Pradesh, Allahabad, Mughal period

Jesus Heals Noblemans Son Capernaum Mirror Holiness
Jesus Heals the Noblemans Son in Capernaum, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604. Northern India, Uttar Pradesh, Allahabad, Mughal period

Jesus awakened tempest Sea Galilee Mir at al-quds
Jesus being awakened during a tempest on the Sea of Galilee, from a Mir at al-quds of Father Jerome Xavier (Spanish, 1549-1617), 1602-1604. Northern India, Uttar Pradesh, Allahabad, Mughal period

Mary Magdalene Presents Ointment Jesus Mirror
Mary Magdalene Presents Ointment to Jesus, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604. Northern India, Uttar Pradesh, Allahabad, Mughal period

Salome Receiving John Baptists Head Platter
Salome Receiving John the Baptists Head on a Platter, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604. Northern India, Uttar Pradesh, Allahabad, Mughal period

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The Mughal period was a time of great artistic and cultural flourishing in India, as seen through the exquisite artworks that have survived to this day. One such artwork is "Jesus writes on the ground, " a mesmerizing painting from the Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) created between 1602-1604. This piece captures Jesus in a moment of contemplation, his fingers delicately tracing words on the earth. Another remarkable artwork from this era is "Four O Clock or The Marvel of Peru. " This stunning botanical illustration showcases the intricate beauty of nature during the Mughal period. Painted with meticulous detail, it highlights the vibrant colors and unique patterns found in flora. A procession scene with musicians, depicted in a copy of Padshanama, provides us with insight into the grandeur and opulence that characterized Mughal celebrations. The musicians play enchanting melodies while participants elegantly move forward, creating an atmosphere filled with joy and festivity. "The Flagellation" is another captivating piece from Father Jerome Xavier's Mirror of Holiness. It portrays Christ enduring his suffering before crucifixion—a poignant reminder of sacrifice and redemption within Christianity. In contrast to these religious themes, "The Flowering of Josephs Rod" presents a more mystical subject matter. It depicts Joseph's staff miraculously blooming with flowers—an allegory for divine intervention and blessings bestowed upon individuals. Father Jerome Xavier's Mir at al-quds also includes text pages that provide valuable insights into religious teachings during this period. These pages serve as windows into theological discussions and reflections on faith by scholars like Father Xavier himself. Religious scenes continue to dominate Mughal artistry; "The Adoration of Shepherds" beautifully captures their humble reverence towards baby Jesus—depicting both awe-inspiring divinity and human vulnerability simultaneously. Similarly, "The Adoration of Magi" showcases wise men offering precious gifts to the newborn King, symbolizing the universal recognition of Jesus' significance.