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Falcon, c. 1770. Creator: Unknown
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Falcon, c. 1770. Creator: Unknown
Falcon, c. 1770. The imperial Mughal practice of keeping portraits of animals was adopted by art patrons and collectors in small states and kingdoms under the umbrella of the Mughals. Falconry, the sport of hunting small game with a bird of prey, was a popular activity among the highest ranks of Mughal royalty. The falcon depicted in this painting appears to be a peregrine. Cords with bells keep the trained hunting bird tethered to its roost
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Opaque Watercolour On Paper Pahari
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This print showcases a stunning artwork titled "Falcon, c. 1770" created by an unknown artist during the Mughal era in India. The Mughals had a tradition of preserving portraits of animals, and this practice was embraced by art patrons and collectors across various small states and kingdoms under their influence. The painting depicts a falcon, believed to be a peregrine, which was highly favored among the elite ranks of Mughal royalty for falconry – the thrilling sport of hunting small game using birds of prey. The falcon is shown tethered to its roost with cords adorned with bells, symbolizing its trained status. Executed in opaque watercolor on paper using the Pahari style prevalent in the region around Jammu during that period, this masterpiece exemplifies the exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail characteristic of Indian heritage art. Preserved within The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection today, this remarkable piece offers us a glimpse into both the artistic prowess and cultural significance attached to falconry during 18th-century India. As we admire this print brought to us by Heritage Art/Heritage Images, let us appreciate not only its aesthetic beauty but also acknowledge how it reflects centuries-old traditions that have shaped our understanding of history and artistry from different parts of the world.
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