Around 1600, a Mughal artist painted the Virgin Mary after European images reached Emperor Akbar’s court; 426 years later, the tiny painting sold in London for £152,400, more than three times its highest estimate

A remarkable Mughal painting named The Virgin Mary Standing in Prayer fetched an impressive £152,400 at Christie’s auction recently. Created around 1600, this artwork showcases how European religious themes inspired Mughal artists. It highlights the fascinating cultural exchanges of the 16th and 17th centuries in India, featuring Virgin Mary, a revered figure in both Islamic and Mughal contexts, underscoring the era’s rich artistic evolution.
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