Old World Portraits
Portrait of Asaf Khan
Unknown Artist
An elegant 17th-century Mughal portrait depicting a dignified courtier in profile against a luminous green field.
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Portrait of Luhrāsp Khān
Unknown Artist
1660 · Medium Not Listed
A refined 17th-century Mughal miniature depicting Luhrāsp Khān with a ceremonial bow.
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Where it works
A balanced artwork with steady presence in a cooler tonal register — holds a composed wall with restraint.
- Often works in
- Office · Library · Study
- Placement
- Works well as a centered vertical note
- Walls
- Best on mid-tone or darker walls
- Color notes
- Warm beige, Olive green, Soft white
About the piece
This exquisite 17th-century Indian miniature features a profile portrait of Luhrāsp Khān, the son of the prominent general Mahābat Khān. Rendered with the precise draftsmanship and luminous palette characteristic of the Mughal court style, the subject stands in a dignified pose holding a composite bow, a symbol of status and martial skill. The work reflects the sophisticated aesthetic of the era, characterized by its serene color fields and meticulous attention to textile patterns.
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