The Prince and the Petitioner 1575 - 1599

"The Prince and the Petitioner" is a drawing on paper by the artist Vali Jan, dating from 1575 - 1599. The drawing is a delicate depiction of a prince on horseback, with a petitioner kneeling at his feet. The artist uses thin lines to capture the figures and their surroundings, with the prince's horse and the petitioner's figure outlined in detail. The background features a stylized landscape with a tree in the background and a dog in the foreground. This artwork exemplifies the Mughal style of painting, characterized by its delicate lines, precise details, and focus on figuration.