A Man Gathering Plants 1625 - 1650

This 17th-century drawing, "A Man Gathering Plants," is a fine example of Mughal art, characterized by its delicate lines and intricate detail. The artist, anonymous and unknown, depicted a figure in a natural setting, using a simplified, almost calligraphic style. The piece is framed with a decorative border of floral and avian motifs, a common theme in Mughal art. The artwork, now housed in the Minneapolis Institute of Art, demonstrates the aesthetic sensibilities and artistic mastery of the Mughal period.