A Courtier, Possibly Khan Alam, Holding a Spinel and a Deccan Sword by Govardhan, c. 1605–10. gum tempera, ink, and gold on paper, text on verso. Cleveland Museum of Art.
A Courtier, Possibly Khan Alam, Holding a Spinel and a Deccan Sword · Govardhan · c. 1605–10 · Cleveland Museum of Art

A Courtier, Possibly Khan Alam, Holding a Spinel and a Deccan Sword

Govardhan

Year
c. 1605–10
Medium
gum tempera, ink, and gold on paper, text on verso
Collection
Cleveland Museum of Art
License
Public Domain

A courtier, possibly Khan Alam, holds a spinel and a Deccan sword. Painted by Govardhan c. 1605–10. The blend of gum tempera, ink, and gold creates a luminous effect. Mughal India.

The artwork is on paper, not canvas. There is text on the verso side. Govardhan was active from about 1596 to 1645.

Govardhan worked in the Mughal court, creating detailed portraits. His work is known for its delicate brushwork and rich colors.

Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, Ohio https://clevelandart.org/art/2013.323

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