The famous Mughal painting, depicting Jahangir embracing the Safavid k

The famous Mughal painting, depicting Jahangir embracing the Safavid king Shah Abbas, was painted by which one of the following Mughal painters?

Abd al-Samad

Abul Hasan

Dasavant

Bishandas

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The famous Mughal painting depicting Jahangir embracing the Safavid king Shah Abbas was painted by Abul Hasan.

Abul Hasan was a celebrated Mughal miniature painter during the reign of Emperor Jahangir. Jahangir bestowed upon him the title ‘Nadir-uz-Zaman’ (Wonder of the Age). This particular painting is one of Abul Hasan’s most famous works.

This allegorical painting, titled “Jahangir preferring a Sufi Shaikh over Kings” or similar variations, subtly portrays Jahangir’s worldview and diplomatic relations through symbolism, although the title mentions embracing Shah Abbas, the painting often depicts Jahangir giving preference to spiritual figures over monarchs like the Ottoman Sultan, English King James I, and Shah Abbas. Abul Hasan was renowned for his portraiture and historical scenes. Bishandas was another prominent painter in Jahangir’s court, known for his portraits.

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