Antique Anglo-Indian Mogul Miniature Painting, Mumtaz Mahal: c.1840
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A beautiful Anglo-Indian miniature painting in watercolour depicting Mumtaz Mahal c.1593-1631 beloved wife of Mughal Emperor Shah Johan, for whom the Taj Mahal at Agra was commissioned as her tomb.
The miniature has extraordinary detailing and has captured the celebrated beauty of Mumtaz Mahal.
This miniature was probably produced by the Anglo-Indian or ”Company” school at Delhi. The portrait is set into a later gilt pendant frame, and is in excellent antique condition.
Measurements:
Outer frame: 6cm X 5cm (2.5 x 2 inches)
Inner frame: 5cm X 4cm (2 x 1.5 inches)
Condition.
In excellent antique condition commensurate with age.