Old World Portraits
Portrait of the Aged Akbar
Govardhan
An exquisite 17th-century Mughal portrait of Emperor Akbar, rendered in refined detail with divine and allegorical symbols.
Art for the Library
Heritage-rich, bookish works with depth, formality, and quiet authority.
Rich tones and heritage subjects add depth and quiet authority to a room made for reading.
Ornamental & Decorative
A Floral Fantasy of Animals and Birds (Waq-waq)
Unknown Artist
A fascinating 17th-century Mughal miniature depicting the mythical 'talking tree' or Waq-waq motif, where animal heads sprout as flowers.
Figure Studies
An African Lyre Player
Unknown Artist
A striking 17th-century Deccani miniature depicting a musician in elegant white robes playing a lyre against a golden sky.
Pastoral Scenes
Encampment in the Mountains
Unknown Artist
A vibrant 17th-century Kashmiri miniature capturing a lively encampment scene nestled within a rugged mountain landscape.