Portrait of `Ali Quli Mirza, I`tizad al-Saltana 1831 - 1881

This portrait, created by Abu'l Hasan Ghaffari, known as Sani' al-Mulk, depicts Ali Quli Mirza, `I`tizad al-Saltana, a prominent figure in 19th century Iranian history. This intimate depiction, painted between 1831 and 1881, captures the sitter in an elegant pose. The detail and the use of vibrant colors are typical of Sani' al-Mulk's style and exemplify the artistic practices of Qajar era Persia. The portrait, currently in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, is a valuable document of the era and provides insight into the life of a key historical figure.