TIMUR granting audience on the occasion of his accession in 1370, 1480's , 1480's
28 x 16.8 x 0.1 cm (h x w x d)

From the Zafarnama of Sultan Husayn Mirza (Fol 83r) held by John Work Garrett Library, John Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland, USA

COMMENTS: The two seated figures are Timur's sons. In the front row five princes are kneeling, each with a different headdress, suggesting different ethnicities. Protocol dictated that approaching the King required bending on the right knee and approaching in a series of bows.
The princes' attendants stand behind them, carrying trays with small bowls filled with gold and jewels.

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