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19th Century Indo-Persian Miniatures of Emperor Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal

$1,650
£1,236.37
€1,449.39
CA$2,310.81
A$2,590.03
CHF 1,355.91
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A pair (they are different sizes) of finely painted 19th century Indo-Persian portrait miniatures in their original gold leaf frames which appear to never have been opened. The Portraits are of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan (1592-1666) and the empress consort Mumtaz Mahal (1593-1631), the inspiration for the Taj Mahal. Each in a gold leaf rectangular frame with oval opening with a simple raised bezel, the leather covered easel backs with rings for hanging. Measurements: Emperor Shah Jahan 5.5" x 4.38" / sight 4" x 3" Mumtaz Mahal 5" x 4" / sight 3.5" x 2.5" The emperors frame has a crack from the bottom of the frame to the bottom of the oval opening,
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Width: 4.38 in (11.13 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
  • Style:
    Anglo Raj (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Glass,Gold Leaf,Leather,Paint,Wood
  • Place of Origin:
    India
  • Period:
    Late 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1870
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Chapel Hill, NC
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: ACK1stDibs: LU7371245595422

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