Portrait of Mirza 'Ali Asghar Khan (Amin al-Mulk, Amin al-Sultan, Atabeg-i Azam) 1855 - 1905

"Portrait of Mirza 'Ali Asghar Khan (Amin al-Mulk, Amin al-Sultan, Atabeg-i Azam)" is a painting created by Isma'il Jalayir, a renowned Iranian artist, between 1855 and 1905. The painting portrays Mirza 'Ali Asghar Khan, a prominent figure in Qajar Persia, seated in an ornate chair with a detailed background depicting a lush garden. This artwork, now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a fine example of the Qajar-era portraiture that blended traditional Persian art with Western influences, using a meticulous style and rich colors to capture the sitter's status and dignity. The painting's detailed and realistic portrayal of the subject and his surroundings, along with the use of gold and silver accents, reflect the artistic sophistication of the Qajar period.