Islam gained influence in India under the Mughals in the sixteenth century.
1526 - 1858
Islam gained influence in India under the Mughals in the sixteenth century.
1526 - 1858
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This tomb, built in 1570, is of particular cultural significance as it was the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent.
Likenesses of rulers and dignitaries played a significant role in diplomacy.
Curious about the vibrant colors in Mughal paintings? Learn about the art of imperial painting here.
This huge white-marble mausoleum is recognized the world over for its splendor, symmetry, and stunning gardens.
Who’s that in the plumed hat? From emperors to kings, the painter Bichitr mastered court portraiture.
Under Akbar the Great, the Mughal style of painting blended Indian, Persian, and Western artistic traditions.
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While the movement of her body, buoyancy of her drapery and beating of her wings reflect the energy characteristic of the Hellenistic era, the artist and patron remain unknown. Learn more about this sculptural masterpiece with the President and CEO of the Musée du Louvre.