{"title":"Basawan","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"the-hunter-and-the-king-basavana","title":"The Hunter and the King - Basavana","description":"\u003cp\u003eA sixteenth-century Mughal miniature depicting a hunter presenting a parrot to a king, from the Tuti-nama manuscript.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis miniature painting originates from the Tuti-nama, or Tales of a Parrot, a collection of fifty-two stories told by a parrot to its mistress over successive nights. Produced during the reign of the Mughal Emperor Akbar, this manuscript represents an early phase of the Mughal school, where Persian stylistic conventions merged with indigenous Indian artistic traditions. The scene depicts a hunter presenting a parrot to the king of Kamarupa, a narrative moment captured with precise attention to courtly gesture and architectural detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBasavana, a master of the Mughal atelier, employs a flattened perspective typical of the period. The composition is divided into a primary narrative space and a lower register containing Persian script. The figures are rendered with clear outlines and a palette of saturated pigments, including lapis lazuli blues and vermilion reds, accented by gold leaf. The king sits upon a raised platform, his posture relaxed yet authoritative, while the hunter stands before him, gesturing towards the bird. The surrounding figures, seated in a semi-circle, observe the exchange, their clothing and headgear reflecting the diverse cultural influences present at the Mughal court.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe architectural elements, such as the arched pavilion and the patterned wall coverings, provide a structured environment for the figures. The use of gold in the upper canopy and the decorative borders adds a sense of luxury, consistent with the production of imperial manuscripts. This work demonstrates the synthesis of Persian calligraphic elegance and the observational clarity that would define later Mughal painting. The inclusion of text within the composition integrates the visual narrative with the literary source, a common practice in manuscript illumination of the sixteenth century. This print captures the fine details of the original, from the texture of the textiles to the expressive features of the courtly figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/memory-of-a-voyage-rene-magritte\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMemory of a Voyage - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/scenes-from-the-life-of-christ-fra-angelico\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eScenes from the Life of Christ - Fra Angelico — Fra Angelico\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Basawan","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58647262101839,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58647296082255,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58647296115023,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58647296147791,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58647296180559,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58647296213327,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58647296246095,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58647296278863,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58647296311631,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58647296344399,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58647296377167,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58647296409935,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Hunter-and-the-King_Poster_CompositorV1_1788364406018.jpg?v=1788364714"},{"product_id":"the-hunter-and-the-parrots-basavana","title":"The Hunter and the Parrots - Basavana","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed Mughal miniature by Basavana, depicting a scene from the Tuti-nama where a hunter captures a mother parrot while her young feign death.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis miniature originates from the Tuti-nama, or Tales of a Parrot, a collection of fifty-two stories narrated by a parrot to its mistress over successive nights. The manuscript is a foundational work of the Mughal school, produced during the reign of the Emperor Akbar. Basavana, a master painter of the imperial workshop, demonstrates his early command of narrative composition and naturalistic detail in this scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition depicts a hunter perched in a tree, ensnaring a mother parrot while her young fall to the ground. The narrative logic is clear: the young birds feign death to escape capture, a clever ruse that allows them to fly away once the hunter is distracted. The artist employs a vertical perspective, common in Persian-influenced Indian painting, to organise the forest setting. The foliage is rendered with individualised leaves, and the hunter is shown in a dynamic posture, his attention fixed on the net.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBasavana uses a palette of muted earth tones, punctuated by the red of the hunter's turban and the soft greens of the canopy. The inclusion of a fox observing from the lower left adds a layer of tension to the scene, suggesting the predatory nature of the environment. The text, written in Nasta'liq script, is integrated into the page, framing the illustration and providing the necessary context for the viewer. This work reflects the synthesis of Persian artistic traditions and the observational style that would define the Mughal aesthetic under Akbar's patronage. The attention to the behaviour of the animals and the human figure's physical engagement with the tree demonstrates the artist's interest in capturing specific moments of action within a larger moral tale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/a-night-scene-of-shiva-puja-muhammad-rizavi-hindi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Night Scene of Shiva Puja - Muhammad Rizavi Hindi — Muhammad Rizavi Hindi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/akbar-supervising-the-capture-of-wild-elephants-at-malwa-in-1564-farukh-chela\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAkbar supervising the capture of wild elephants at Malwa in 1564 - Farukh Chela — Farukh Chela\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Basawan","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58698690232655,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58698718216527,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58698718249295,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58698718282063,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58698718314831,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58698718347599,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58698718380367,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58698718413135,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58698718445903,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58698718478671,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58698718511439,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58698718544207,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Hunter-and-the-Parrots_Poster_CompositorV1_1788773134284.jpg?v=1788773918"},{"product_id":"a-mendicant-bowing-before-a-holy-man-basavana","title":"A mendicant bowing before a holy man - Basavana","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate Mughal miniature by Basavana, depicting a mendicant bowing before a holy man in a serene, natural setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis miniature painting originates from the Prince Salim Album, a collection of works commissioned during the Mughal period. The artist, Basavana, was a master of the imperial workshop under Emperor Akbar. His work is known for its psychological depth and naturalistic observation, which departed from the more rigid Persian conventions of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition depicts a humble scene set within a rocky, wooded environment. A mendicant is shown prostrate on the ground, bowing before a standing holy man who holds a small book. The interaction is quiet and meditative. A small dog sits nearby, adding a sense of domesticity to the ascetic setting. Basavana employs a delicate line to define the figures, capturing the texture of their simple garments and the ruggedness of the terrain. The colour palette is restrained, relying on earthy tones, muted greens, and subtle applications of gold to provide a sense of warmth without overwhelming the narrative focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe border of the work features geometric floral motifs, a common decorative element in Mughal manuscript illumination. These borders frame the central image, drawing the eye toward the interaction between the two figures. The inclusion of Persian calligraphy at the top of the frame provides context for the scene, linking the visual narrative to the literary traditions of the court. Basavana’s ability to render human emotion through posture and gesture is evident here, as the mendicant’s body language conveys total submission and reverence. The work reflects the synthesis of Persian artistic techniques and the observational style that defined the Mughal school during the late sixteenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/memory-of-a-voyage-rene-magritte\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMemory of a Voyage - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/the-hunter-and-the-king-basavana\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Hunter and the King - Basavana — Basawan\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Basavana","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58752384762191,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58752501154127,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58752501186895,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58752501219663,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58752501252431,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58752501285199,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58752501317967,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58752501350735,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58752501383503,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58752501416271,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58752501449039,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58752501481807,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/A-mendicant-bowing-before-a-holy-man_Poster_CompositorV1_1789164329578.jpg?v=1789165236"},{"product_id":"the-siege-of-arbela-in-the-era-of-hulagu-khan-basavana","title":"The Siege of Arbela in the Era of Hulagu Khan - Basavana","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed Mughal miniature by Basavana depicting the siege of Arbela, featuring complex military action and architectural detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work is a folio from the Jami al-tavarikh, or Compendium of Chronicles, a historical text originally authored by Rashid al-Din. The Mughal court commissioned this specific manuscript during the reign of Akbar the Great. Basavana, a master painter in the imperial workshop, executed this scene with the characteristic precision of the late sixteenth-century Mughal style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition depicts the siege of Arbela, a military engagement occurring during the campaigns of the Mongol ruler Hulagu Khan. The artist organises the scene into distinct zones: the fortified city walls occupy the upper register, while the foreground shows the chaotic activity of the battlefield. Soldiers on horseback, infantrymen, and commanders engage in combat, rendered with a focus on individual posture and costume detail. The architecture of the city, with its domes and crenellated walls, reflects the artistic conventions of the period, blending Persian influence with the specific aesthetic preferences of the Mughal atelier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBasavana employs a high-angle perspective to manage the density of the figures. The use of opaque watercolour allows for the application of saturated pigments, while gold leaf accents provide a sense of material luxury. The figures are depicted with a degree of naturalism that distinguishes the Mughal school from earlier Persian traditions. Each participant in the scene, from the archers on the ramparts to the mounted warriors in the foreground, contributes to a narrative of military action. The work demonstrates the technical skill of the imperial painters, who were tasked with translating historical chronicles into visual form for the royal library. The inclusion of Persian script at the base of the folio provides context for the event, linking the visual narrative to the written history of the Mongol conquests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/illuminated-page-verso-from-a-panj-ganj-of-abd-al-rahman-jami-mushfiq\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eIlluminated page (verso), from a Panj Ganj of Abd al-Rahman Jami - Mushfiq — Mushfiq\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/the-ascent-of-muhammad-to-heaven-miraj-sultan-muhammad\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Ascent of Muhammad to Heaven (Mi'raj) - Sultan Muhammad — Sultan Muhammad\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Basawan","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58758404473167,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58758456148303,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58758456181071,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58758456213839,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58758456246607,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58758456279375,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58758456312143,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58758456344911,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58758456377679,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58758456410447,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58758456443215,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58758456475983,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Siege-of-Arbela-in-the-Era-of-Hulagu-Khan_Poster_CompositorV1_1789224640738.jpg?v=1789226075"},{"product_id":"jain-ascetic-walking-along-a-riverbank-basavana","title":"Jain Ascetic Walking Along a Riverbank - Basavana","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate Mughal miniature by Basavana depicting a Jain ascetic walking along a riverbank, rendered in opaque watercolour and gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis miniature painting, attributed to the Mughal court artist Basavana, depicts a Jain ascetic in motion. The figure is shown in profile, walking along a riverbank, carrying a staff and a small vessel. The artist employs a delicate application of opaque watercolour and gold to render the ascetic's translucent garment, which drapes over his shoulders and torso. The background features a soft, atmospheric treatment of the sky and vegetation, typical of the late sixteenth-century Mughal style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBasavana was a master of observation within the imperial workshop of Akbar. His work often displays a keen interest in the natural world and human character. Here, the ascetic is rendered with a sense of individual presence, rather than as a generic religious type. The composition is framed by a decorative border, a common feature in manuscripts of the period. The muted palette of the riverbank and the sky provides a calm setting for the subject, allowing the viewer to focus on the ascetic's posture and the fine details of his attire. The birds in flight add a sense of movement to the scene, suggesting the passage of time during the ascetic's journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work reflects the synthesis of styles present in the Mughal court, where Persian influences merged with indigenous Indian traditions. The attention to the texture of the fabric and the subtle modelling of the figure's form demonstrate the technical skill associated with Basavana's hand. As a piece of historical documentation, it offers insight into the religious life and visual culture of the era. The print captures the nuances of the original pigments and the fine brushwork that defines this period of Indian art history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/memory-of-a-voyage-rene-magritte\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMemory of a Voyage - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/a-mendicant-bowing-before-a-holy-man-basavana\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA mendicant bowing before a holy man - Basavana — Basavana\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Basawan","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58793747120463,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58793757376847,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58793757409615,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58793757442383,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58793757475151,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58793757507919,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58793757540687,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58793757573455,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58793757606223,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58793757638991,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58793757671759,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58793757704527,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Jain-Ascetic-Walking-Along-a-Riverbank_Poster_CompositorV1_1789520264212.jpg?v=1789520508"},{"product_id":"the-siege-of-arbela-in-the-era-of-hulagu-khan-basavana-1","title":"The Siege of Arbela in the Era of Hulagu Khan - Basavana","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed Mughal miniature by Basavana depicting the siege of Arbela, featuring complex military figures and architectural elements from the Jami al-tavarikh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis miniature painting depicts the siege of Arbela during the Mongol campaigns of Hulagu Khan. It originates from the Jami al-tavarikh, or Compendium of Chronicles, a monumental historical text commissioned by the Ilkhanid vizier Rashid al-Din. The Mughal court atelier, under the patronage of Emperor Akbar, produced this specific manuscript in the late sixteenth century. Basavana, a master painter of the imperial workshop, demonstrates his command of narrative composition and characterisation in this work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene presents a fortified city wall occupying the upper portion of the frame, where defenders observe the conflict below. A rider emerges from the city gate, while the foreground is occupied by a dense assembly of soldiers, cavalry, and commanders. The artist employs a high vantage point, allowing for the clear organisation of the various military units and the chaotic energy of the engagement. The figures wear detailed armour and period-appropriate attire, reflecting the meticulous observation characteristic of the Mughal style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBasavana uses a palette of earth tones, ochres, and muted blues, punctuated by the application of gold leaf on weaponry and decorative elements. The rocky outcrops and sparse vegetation provide a sense of place, while the vertical arrangement of the architecture creates a sense of scale. The work functions as both a historical record and a display of technical skill, typical of the collaborative projects undertaken by the royal library. The inclusion of calligraphic inscriptions at the base provides context for the specific event depicted, linking the visual narrative to the written history of the Mongol conquests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/the-parrot-addresses-khujasta-at-the-beginning-of-the-tenth-night-iqbal\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Parrot Addresses Khujasta at the Beginning of the Tenth Night - Iqbal — Iqbal\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/the-old-woman-complaining-to-sultan-sanjar-sultan-muhammad\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Old Woman Complaining to Sultan Sanjar - Sultan Muhammad — Sultan Muhammad\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Basawan","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58807490838863,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58807513186639,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58807513219407,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58807513252175,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58807513284943,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58807513317711,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58807513350479,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58807513383247,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58807513416015,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58807513448783,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58807513481551,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58807513514319,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Siege-of-Arbela-in-the-Era-of-Hulagu-Khan_Poster_CompositorV1_1789662660316.jpg?v=1789663430"},{"product_id":"the-donkey-in-tigers-skin-basavana","title":"The Donkey in Tiger's Skin - Basavana","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Mughal miniature from the Tuti-nama, depicting a fable of a donkey disguised as a tiger, rendered in opaque watercolour and gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis miniature painting originates from the Tuti-nama, or Tales of a Parrot, a collection of fifty-two stories told by a parrot to its mistress over successive nights. The manuscript is a primary example of early Mughal painting, produced under the patronage of Emperor Akbar. It reflects a synthesis of Persian stylistic traditions and indigenous Indian artistic sensibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene depicts a moralising fable where a donkey, disguised in a tiger's skin, is exposed by its own braying. The composition is divided into two distinct zones. The upper portion features two figures perched within dense, stylised trees, observing the scene below. The lower portion shows the donkey, draped in the striped hide, standing amidst a lush, verdant meadow. The artist employs a high horizon line, a common feature in this period, which allows for a detailed rendering of the foliage and the central narrative subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBasavana, one of the most celebrated painters in the imperial workshop, demonstrates a keen eye for character and movement. The donkey is rendered with a sense of frantic energy, its head tilted upwards as it brays, effectively conveying the moment of discovery. The colour palette is dominated by deep greens, earthy browns, and the distinct orange-brown of the tiger skin. The inclusion of gold accents and the precise application of opaque watercolour provide a sense of luxury typical of imperial manuscripts. The Persian calligraphy at the top of the page frames the image, integrating the text with the visual narrative. This work provides a window into the courtly culture of the sixteenth-century Mughal Empire, where literature and visual art were closely linked to provide moral instruction and entertainment for the nobility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/prayers-for-safety-and-success-mir-ali-tabrizi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePrayers for Safety and Success - Mir Ali Tabrizi — Mir Ali Tabrizi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/elephant-under-a-tree-shaykh-taju\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eElephant Under a Tree - Shaykh Taju — Shaykh Taju\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Basawan","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58807499293007,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58807521247567,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58807521280335,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58807521313103,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58807521345871,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58807521378639,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58807521411407,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58807521444175,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58807521476943,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58807521509711,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58807521542479,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58807521575247,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Donkey-in-Tiger-s-Skin_Poster_CompositorV1_1789662875575.jpg?v=1789663532"},{"product_id":"a-feast-for-babur-hosted-by-his-half-brother-jahangir-mirza-in-ghazni-in-may-1505-basavana","title":"A feast for Babur hosted by his half-brother Jahangir Mirza in Ghazni in May 1505 - Basavana","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed Mughal miniature painting by Basavana depicting a 1505 banquet for the Emperor Babur, featuring fine brushwork and rich narrative detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis miniature painting originates from an illustrated manuscript of the Babur-nama, the memoirs of the Mughal Emperor Babur. Attributed to the master artist Basavana, who served in the imperial atelier of Akbar the Great, the work displays the synthesis of Persian stylistic conventions and the observational naturalism characteristic of the Mughal school. The scene depicts a banquet held in Ghazni in 1505, where Babur is hosted by his half-brother, Jahangir Mirza.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is organised into distinct registers, a common device in Mughal manuscript illumination to manage complex narrative events. In the upper section, figures gather beneath a large red canopy, with attendants offering dishes to the seated nobility. The lower portion shows a more active scene, featuring horses, camels, and a decorative gateway that frames the central figures. The artist employs a high viewpoint, allowing for the inclusion of architectural details, such as the fortified walls and buildings in the background, alongside the human drama of the feast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBasavana is recognised for his ability to render individual character and movement. The figures are depicted with varied expressions and postures, moving away from the more static, idealised forms found in earlier Persian models. The palette is balanced, utilising earth tones for the rocky terrain and architecture, contrasted by the saturated reds of the canopy and textiles. Gold leaf is applied to the decorative elements, providing a sense of imperial luxury appropriate to the subject matter. The fine brushwork is evident in the rendering of the textiles, the facial features of the courtiers, and the textures of the animals. This work provides a window into the courtly life of the early Mughal period, documenting both the historical narrative of the dynasty and the aesthetic preferences of the imperial workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/tughra-of-sultan-mustafa-iv-mustafa-rakim\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eTughra of Sultan Mustafa IV - Mustafa Rakim — Mustafa Rakim\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/al-fatiha-mir-emad-hassani\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAl-Fatiha - Mir Emad Hassani — Mir Emad Hassani\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Basawan","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58807848501583,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58807864394063,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58807864426831,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58807864459599,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58807864492367,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58807864525135,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58807864557903,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58807864590671,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58807864623439,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58807864656207,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58807864688975,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58807864721743,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/A-feast-for-Babur-hosted-by-his-half-brother-Jahangir-Mirza-in-Ghazni-in-May-1505_Poster_CompositorV1_1789666183207.jpg?v=1789666589"},{"product_id":"page-from-tales-of-a-parrot-tuti-nama-basavana","title":"Page from Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama) - Basavana","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fine art print of a calligraphic text page from the Tuti-nama, featuring the elegant Nasta'liq script by the Mughal master Basavana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fine art print reproduces a text page from the Tuti-nama, or Tales of a Parrot, a significant manuscript commissioned during the reign of the Mughal Emperor Akbar. The Tuti-nama consists of fifty-two stories narrated by a parrot to its mistress over the course of fifty-two nights. This specific page features the Nasta'liq script, a style of Persian calligraphy characterised by its fluid, elongated horizontal strokes and contrasting vertical proportions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBasavana, a master painter and scribe within the imperial workshop, contributed to the production of this manuscript. The page displays the precision of the scribe's hand, with the text arranged in a balanced, rectangular format. The paper shows the natural ageing of the original manuscript, with subtle variations in tone that provide a sense of historical authenticity. The borders are defined by thin, ruled lines in gold and black, which frame the dense block of text. At the base, a separate section contains additional verses, marked by a distinct layout that separates the primary narrative from the concluding poetic lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tuti-nama is a primary example of the synthesis between Persian literary traditions and the developing aesthetic of the Mughal court. The manuscript reflects the patronage of Akbar, who encouraged the documentation of diverse cultural narratives. This print captures the visual rhythm of the script, where the ink sits upon the paper with clarity and purpose. It is a study in the discipline of classical calligraphy, offering a glimpse into the literary culture of sixteenth-century India. The composition is entirely focused on the written word, allowing the viewer to appreciate the structural beauty of the Nasta'liq script as both a means of communication and a form of visual art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/hunting-with-falcons-in-a-rocky-terrain-abd-al-samad\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eHunting with falcons in a rocky terrain - Abd al-Samad — Abd al-Samad\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/calligraphic-manuscript-page-mir-emad-hassani\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eCalligraphic Manuscript Page - Mir Emad Hassani — Mir Emad Hassani\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Basavana","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58807866753359,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58807961518415,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58807961551183,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58807961583951,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58807961616719,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58807961649487,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58807961682255,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58807961715023,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58807961747791,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58807961780559,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58807961813327,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58807961846095,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Page-from-Tales-of-a-Parrot-Tuti-nama-_Poster_CompositorV1_1789666600905.jpg?v=1789666770"},{"product_id":"the-young-emperor-akbar-arrests-the-insolent-shah-abu-l-maali-basawan","title":"The Young Emperor Akbar Arrests the Insolent Shah Abu’l-Maali - Basawan","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed Mughal miniature painting from the Akbarnama, depicting the arrest of Shah Abu’l-Maali by the Emperor Akbar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis miniature painting originates from the Akbarnama, the official chronicle of the reign of the Mughal Emperor Akbar. Attributed to the master painter Basawan, the work depicts a specific historical event: the arrest of the rebellious Shah Abu’l-Maali. The composition is organised into distinct zones, separating the imperial court under a large canopy from the chaotic activity of the soldiers and courtiers below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBasawan demonstrates a mastery of spatial arrangement and narrative clarity. The young Emperor Akbar sits upon a raised platform, his posture calm and authoritative, while the central action involves the apprehension of the defiant Shah. The artist employs a high vantage point, allowing for the inclusion of numerous figures, each rendered with individualised features and specific attire. The use of gold leaf and mineral pigments provides a sense of material luxury, characteristic of the imperial Mughal workshops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene is framed by a decorative tent structure, which serves to contain the dense assembly of figures. The artist balances the static nature of the courtly audience with the dynamic movement of the guards and horses in the foreground. Basawan was known for his ability to integrate European influences, such as atmospheric perspective and modelling of forms, into the traditional Persianate style of the Mughal court. This synthesis results in a work that is both a historical record and a display of technical precision. 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