Sawai Jai Singh
Jaipur School,18th century
Sawai Jai Singh is perhaps the first modern ruler of India. With a sharp intellect, with scientific temperament, he constructed not only observatories, but also found Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan. Besides his intellectual qualities, he is also famous for his military strategies. He waa a great general who helped stabilise the tottering Mughal empire.
In this portrait, we see him as a simple person. He does not display the ostentatious robes and jewels of the Mughal emperors. It is the halo behind his head which reveals his royal status.
Jaipur School is known for its portraits. The portraits are dignified, poised, and formal. They are influenced by the Mughal portriture, but are devoid of its political propaganda. The portraits present the ruler as a raja of the common man. The concern for the people is a hallmark of the Jaipur rulers.
In this portrait, we see him as a simple person. He does not display the ostentatious robes and jewels of the Mughal emperors. It is the halo behind his head which reveals his royal status.
Jaipur School is known for its portraits. The portraits are dignified, poised, and formal. They are influenced by the Mughal portriture, but are devoid of its political propaganda. The portraits present the ruler as a raja of the common man. The concern for the people is a hallmark of the Jaipur rulers.
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