Description
Mughal Majesty: A Rare 18th/19th-Centurystyle Miniature Painting
This stunning Mughal miniature painting presents a captivating courtly scene, showcasing a Mughal Prince surrounded by his lover and consorts. The artwork is rendered in gouache, a traditional medium used in Mughal painting, and features natural colours derived from vegetable dyes and ground stones. The painting is enclosed within a beautiful gilt border adorned with floral motifs, which dates back to the 18th or 19th-century styles.
This exquisite piece is a testament to the exceptional skill and artistry of Mughal painters, with intricate detailing and vibrant colours that transport the viewer to a bygone era. The delicate and precise brushstrokes, combined with the rich colours, create a sense of depth and dimensionality, making this painting a valuable addition to any collection of fine art.
Dimensions: 12 x 7.5 inches
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Mughal miniatures are renowned for their small size, vibrant colours, and incredible detail. Often used to illustrate manuscripts and art books, these paintings are precise despite their diminutive dimensions, with some lines painted using brushes composed of a single hair. For example, the miniature “Prince with a Falcon” (1600–05) is only roughly 6 inches tall and 3 inches wide but manages to capture every feather of the bird, the wisps of the prince’s hair, and a menagerie of fluttering birds and hunting lions on his tunic. These miniatures prioritise colour and intricate detail over shading and realistic perspective, resulting in figures that appear static and two-dimensional.
