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Basawan: Catalogus van de 13 beroemdste schilderijen

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Mihrdukht aims her arrow at the ring (1570) staat bekend als het beroemdste schilderij van Basawan; het is in bezit van het Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. The hunter offers the mother parrot to the king of Kamarupa, from a Tuti-nama (Tales of a Parrot): Fifth Night (1560) en The hunter throws away the baby parrots, who pretend to be dead, and captures the mother, from a Tuti-nama (Tales of a Parrot): Fifth Night (1560) nemen de tweede en derde plaats in. Van de 13 werken van Basawan die in de catalogus zijn opgenomen, staan de 13 bekendste hieronder vermeld, elk met de datum, het museum waar het werk zich bevindt en een toelichting op het werk.

1560 – 1600, Uttar Pradesh Meeste werken: Cleveland Museum of Art
Mihrdukht aims her arrow at the ring (1570) door Basawan1. Mihrdukht aims her arrow at the ring 1570 The hunter offers the mother parrot to the king of Kamarupa, from a Tuti-nama (Tales of a Parrot): Fifth Night (1560) door Basawan2. The hunter offers the mother parrot to the king of Kamarupa, from a Tuti-nama (Tales of a Parrot): Fifth Night 1560 The hunter throws away the baby parrots, who pretend to be dead, and captures the mother, from a Tuti-nama (Tales of a Parrot): Fifth Night (1560) door Basawan3. The hunter throws away the baby parrots, who pretend to be dead, and captures the mother, from a Tuti-nama (Tales of a Parrot): Fifth Night 1560

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Mihrdukht aims her arrow at the ring (1570) door Basawan

Mihrdukht aims her arrow at the ring

1570 · Tempera · Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

The air holds its breath as Mihrdukht leans over the balcony, her focus narrowing to a single, slender point. She aims her arrow at the ring, a gesture that freezes the very pulse of the court. Below her, the world unfolds in layers of architectural precision and organic life. Attendants and observers gather in the shadows of the structure, their eyes drawn upward to the woman and her task. The…

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Basawan, verdere resultaten: 11 tot 13

11Page from Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama): text page (1560) door BasawanPage from Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama): text page1560 · Cleveland Museum of Art 12A Mughal and a Rajput Converse at Dusk door BasawanA Mughal and a Rajput Converse at DuskHarvard Art Museums 13The Origin of Music: Page from a Tutinama Manuscript (1565) door BasawanThe Origin of Music: Page from a Tutinama Manuscript1565 · Cleveland Museum of Art

Basawan: musea die werken bezitten

De 6 musea met de meeste schilderijen op deze pagina.

Museum Stad Werken van Basawan Schilderijen uit deze lijst
Cleveland Museum of Art, ClevelandCleveland Museum of Art Cleveland 8 The hunter offers the mother parrot to the king of Kamarupa, from a Tuti-nama (Tales of a Parrot): Fifth Night, The hunter throws away the baby parrots, who pretend to be dead, and captures the mother, from a Tuti-nama (Tales of a Parrot): Fifth Night, The donkey, in a tiger’s skin, reveals his identity by braying aloud, from a Tuti-nama (Tales of a Parrot): Thirty-first Night
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New YorkMetropolitan Museum of Art New York 1 Mihrdukht aims her arrow at the ring
Victoria and Albert Museum, LondenVictoria and Albert Museum Londen 1 Akbar visits the tomb of Khwajah Mu'in ad-Din Chishti at Ajmer
Art Institute of Chicago, ChicagoArt Institute of Chicago Chicago 1 The Young Emperor Akbar Arrests the Insolent Shah Abu’l-Maali, page from a manuscript of the Akbarnama
San Diego Museum of Art, San DiegoSan Diego Museum of Art San Diego 1 The Virgin and Child
Harvard Art Museums, CambridgeHarvard Art Museums Cambridge 1 A Mughal and a Rajput Converse at Dusk

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Veelgestelde vragen over de schilderijen van Basawan

Wat is het bekendste werk van Basawan?Toon het antwoord

Mihrdukht aims her arrow at the ring (1570), Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. De volgende werken zijn The hunter offers the mother parrot to the king of Kamarupa, from a Tuti-nama (Tales of a Parrot): Fifth Night (1560) en The hunter throws away the baby parrots, who pretend to be dead, and captures the mother, from a Tuti-nama (Tales of a Parrot): Fifth Night (1560).

Hoe oud was Basawan in het jaar van Mihrdukht aims her arrow at the ring?Toon het antwoord

10 jaar: Basawan werd geboren in 1560 en Mihrdukht aims her arrow at the ring dateert uit 1570.

Wat zijn de tien bekendste werken van Basawan?Toon het antwoord

Mihrdukht aims her arrow at the ring, The hunter offers the mother parrot to the king of Kamarupa, from a Tuti-nama (Tales of a Parrot): Fifth Night, The hunter throws away the baby parrots, who pretend to be dead, and captures the mother, from a Tuti-nama (Tales of a Parrot): Fifth Night, The donkey, in a tiger’s skin, reveals his identity by braying aloud, from a Tuti-nama (Tales of a Parrot): Thirty-first Night, A feast for Babur hosted by his half-brother Jahangir Mirza in Ghazni in May 1505, from a Babur-nama (Memoirs of Babur), Akbar visits the tomb of Khwajah Mu'in ad-Din Chishti at Ajmer, The Young Emperor Akbar Arrests the Insolent Shah Abu’l-Maali, page from a manuscript of the Akbarnama, The Virgin and Child, The siege of Arbela in the era of Hulagu Khan, from a Chingiz-nama (Book of Chingiz Khan) of the Jami al-tavarikh (Compendium of Chronicles) of Rashid al-Din (Persian, 1247–1318) en Page from Tales of a Parrot (Tuti-nama): text page. De bovenstaande lijst bevat de datum en het museum waar elk werk wordt bewaard.

Hoeveel werken van Basawan staan er in de catalogus?Toon het antwoord

De catalogus bevat 13 werken van Basawan, gedateerd tussen 1570 en 1596.

Waar bevinden zich de belangrijkste werken van Basawan?Toon het antwoord

Voornamelijk in Cleveland Museum of Art (Cleveland), Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York) en Victoria and Albert Museum (Londen). De bovenstaande museumtabel geeft de volledige verdeling weer.

In welke periode maakte Basawan de bekendste werken?Toon het antwoord

In 1590s: 4 van de 13 werken op deze pagina dateren uit die periode, waaronder Akbar visits the tomb of Khwajah Mu'in ad-Din Chishti at Ajmer.

Wat zijn de vroegste en de meest recente bekende werken van Basawan?Toon het antwoord

Het vroegste gedateerde werk in deze lijst is Mihrdukht aims her arrow at the ring (1570); het laatste is The siege of Arbela in the era of Hulagu Khan, from a Chingiz-nama (Book of Chingiz Khan) of the Jami al-tavarikh (Compendium of Chronicles) of Rashid al-Din (Persian, 1247–1318) (1596).

Welke schilderijen van Basawan zijn in de collectie van het Cleveland Museum of Art?Toon het antwoord

The hunter offers the mother parrot to the king of Kamarupa, from a Tuti-nama (Tales of a Parrot): Fifth Night, The hunter throws away the baby parrots, who pretend to be dead, and captures the mother, from a Tuti-nama (Tales of a Parrot): Fifth Night en The donkey, in a tiger’s skin, reveals his identity by braying aloud, from a Tuti-nama (Tales of a Parrot): Thirty-first Night behoren tot de 8 werken op deze pagina in de collectie van het Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland.

Biografie van Basawan

Basawan: The Pioneer of Mughal Portraiture

Basawan (flourished 1580–1600), a name whispered with reverence in Indian art history, stands as one of the foremost figures of the Mughal miniature tradition. Though shrouded in obscurity—details about his life remain scant—his legacy endures through his breathtaking depictions of human subjects within the monumental Akbarnama, cementing his place as an innovator who elevated portraiture to unprecedented heights. Born in New Delhi during a period of significant cultural exchange between Persia and India, Basawan’s artistic journey began amidst the opulent courts of Akbar the Great. His formative years were spent under the tutelage of Abd al-Samad, a renowned artist whose influence profoundly shaped Basawan's stylistic sensibilities. This mentorship instilled within him a meticulous observation of human anatomy and expression—a hallmark that distinguishes his work from contemporaries.
  • Akbarnama Influence: Basawan’s contribution to the Akbarnama is arguably his most celebrated achievement. Unlike previous chronicles, Akbar commissioned a series of portraits capturing not merely royal figures but also individuals representing diverse social strata – scholars, musicians, and artisans. This bold decision signaled a departure from conventional artistic practices and established Basawan as a trailblazer in portraying human character with remarkable realism.
  • Color Palette & Technique: Basawan’s mastery lay primarily in his exceptional color palette and technique. Utilizing opaque watercolor pigments combined with gold leaf—a practice considered revolutionary at the time—he achieved luminous hues and textural depth that captivated viewers. His meticulous layering of colors created an illusionistic effect, mirroring the subtleties of light and shadow and conveying a profound sense of atmosphere.
  • Family Legacy: Basawan’s artistic lineage continued through his son Manohar Das, who carried on the family tradition as a court painter. Today, the Das family maintains a thriving manufacturing business specializing in handcrafted carpets—a tangible connection to their ancestral heritage and a testament to the enduring influence of Basawan's artistic vision.

Exploring His Artistic Output: Beyond Akbarnama Illustrations

While the Akbarnama undoubtedly represents Basawan’s magnum opus, evidence suggests he engaged in diverse artistic endeavors extending beyond royal commissions. Fragments of manuscripts depicting scenes from Hindu mythology—particularly those featuring Tara Kalan—offer glimpses into his versatility and willingness to explore different thematic concerns. These works demonstrate a keen understanding of symbolism and narrative complexity, reflecting the broader intellectual currents of the Mughal era.
  • Notable Works: Among Basawan’s surviving paintings are depictions of angels (Peri) riding composite camels—a striking visual representation of Islamic cosmology—and portraits capturing the dignity and solemnity of royal figures.

Connections to Western Artistic Traditions

Basawan's artistic development coincided with the arrival of Jesuit missionaries in India, bringing with them European paintings that profoundly impacted Mughal artists. This exposure fostered a dialogue between Eastern and Western aesthetics—a pivotal moment in Indian art history—and Basawan’s oeuvre bears subtle traces of this influence. His meticulous attention to detail and his masterful use of perspective foreshadowed developments occurring across the ocean, marking him as an artist attuned to global artistic trends.

Historical Significance: A Reflection of Mughal Patronage

Basawan's success is inextricably linked to Akbar’s enlightened patronage—a royal commitment to fostering artistic excellence and promoting cultural enrichment. Akbar recognized Basawan’s talent and entrusted him with monumental commissions, securing his place as one of the most influential artists of his time. His work serves as a poignant reminder of the transformative power of royal support in shaping artistic innovation and preserving cultural heritage for posterity.
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