Mughal Emperor Akbar (detail), By Provincial Mughal school, India, 18th century
Asian Gallery (Toyokan) Room 13
May 16, 2017 (Tue) - June 11, 2017 (Sun)
Indian miniature paintings established a uniquely meticulous, colorful, and passionate style, with various painting schools. An appeal of the paintings to viewers is the abundance of elements vividly contained inside each picture, such as myths, music, and nature.
Current exhibit includes:
Mughal Emperor Akbar, By Provincial Mughal school, India, 18th century
Portrait of Emperor Jahangir, By Bikaner school, Second half of 18th century