TSM Accession: P-2990
Pleach No: PIF/000DMP46
Title: Ibrahim Adil Shah II
Style: Deccani Miniature
Artist: Unknown
Medium: Gouache on paper
Dimensions: 18 x 9 cms
Period:16th /17th century CE
Rights: Telangana State Archaeological Museum, Hyderabad
Documented by: Pleach India Foundation, Hyderabad
The Context : The captivating portrait depicts Ibrahim Adil Shah II, ruler of the Bijapur Sultanate (1580-1627).
The Sultan stands elegantly against a soft background, adorned in rich attire and jewelry. Exquisite details like his beard, turban, and delicate hand gestures showcase the artist’s masterful brushwork. Urdu-Persian script at the top adds cultural depth.
History
Ibrahim Adil Shah II (1580-1627) was a renowned patron of arts, and his reign marked the peak of the Adil Shahi dynasty. Bijapur, the capital, still reflects this legacy through its stunning architecture.
Preserving this exquisite artistic legacy necessitates conservation efforts, particularly due to damage evident in the corners of the painting.
