The soldier receives a garland of roses from his wife which will remain fresh as long as she is faithful, from a Tuti-nama (Tales of a Parrot): Fourth Night
Mughal India, court of Akbar (reigned 1556–1605)
1962.279.27.a
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This painting, titled "The soldier receives a garland of roses from his wife which will remain fresh as long as she is faithful, from a Tuti-nama (Tales of a Parrot): Fourth Night," dates to around 1560 and is executed in gum tempera, ink, and gold on paper. It depicts a poignant farewell between a warrior and his wife, as she presents him with roses that symbolize her fidelity in his absence. The composition features the figures seated in a palatial interior, with vibrant colors and intricate details that highlight Mughal artistic conventions. This work is part of the illustrated stories derived from the <em>Tuti-nama</em>, a Persian retelling of Indian tales, showcasing cultural exchanges between Indian, Persian, and Central Asian traditions during the Mughal era under Akbar's reign.
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