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Shah Jahan

Hashim (Indian, active 1598-c.1650), artist · c. 1630 · Gum tempera, ink, and gold on paper

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About this work

This sensitive portrait jewel was probably painted shortly after Shah Jahan came to the throne of the powerful Mughal Empire in 1628 after the death of his father, Jahangir. He decided to wear a full beard, in reference to his increased orthodoxy in comparison to his more liberal father and grandfather. The artist’s signature appears behind Shah Jahan’s nape.

Cleveland Museum of Art’s own description

Credit lineShah Jahan, c. 1630. Hashim (Indian, active 1598-c.1650). Gum tempera, ink, and gold on paper; overall: 5.4 x 3.7 cm (2 1/8 x 1 7/16 in.). The Cleveland Museum of Art, Gift of J. H. Wade, 1920.1969

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