The Evolution of Persian Paintings to Miniature Paintings of Moghul Era
A unique Blend of Indian Art, Persian Culture and Islamic Colors
Moghul dynasty which was originated in Northern India in 16th to Mid 18th century was founded by Moghul Emperor Babur (1526–1530), a Central Asian ruler of Turkish-Mongol descent. Let’s go through the evolution of Persian paintings to miniature paintings of Mogul era, to understand the origin of miniature paintings and their extension to Northern India centuries ago.
Moghul Paintings and artists flourished under the reign of Emperor Akbar. Akbari paintings alternative name for Moghul paintings are very illustrative, full of life and describing attire and event details. Also these paintings are in the form of book illustration with collections of miniature paintings about the events and preserved in “Akbarnama”.
Origin and extension of Moghul Paintings in Moghul Empire
Babur or Zahir-ud- Din-Muhammad , founder of Moghul Empire and first Emperor of Moghul Dynasty in Indian Subcontinent was succeeded by Humanyu, Babur’s first and favorite son.