The Great Mughals : Art, Architecture and Opulence
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A handsome book showcasing the opulent, internationalist culture of Mughal Hindustan in the age of its greatest emperors
Providing a compelling new narrative to describe the origins of Mughul art, it explores how a huge Iranian influence permeated the sophisticated craft traditions of the Indian subcontinent to create a distinctively Mughal court are included: from contemporary portraits to jewelled gold vessels and carpets.
In chapters that conjure the unique dynamics of each reign, essays with historical sweep combine with texts focused on important objects to tell unexpected stories about a dynasty perhaps best known for commissioning the Taj Mahal.
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- Author: Susan Stronge
- Hardcover: 304 pages | 300 illustrations
- Date published: October 2024
- Language: English
- ISBN: 9781838510367
- Product Dimensions: 29.8 x 25.5 cm