Kichik Beg Wounded during Babur's Attack on Qalat, from a copy of the Baburnama (Book of Babur) by Mughal

Kichik Beg Wounded during Babur's Attack on Qalat, from a copy of the Baburnama (Book of Babur) c. 1590

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toned paper

water colours

asian-art

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handmade artwork painting

tile art

coloured pencil

coffee painting

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watercolour bleed

watercolour illustration

watercolor

warm toned green

This Mughal miniature, created circa 1590, depicts a scene from the *Baburnama* (Book of Babur), a historical account of the Mughal emperor Babur's life. The illustration portrays the moment when Kichik Beg is wounded during Babur's attack on Qalat. The detailed composition, vibrant colors, and intricate patterns are characteristic of Mughal art. This miniature is a valuable historical artifact that provides insight into the artistic and military history of the Mughal Empire.