Single Leaf of Emperor Akbar Controlling an Enraged Elephant

17th century (Mughal)

16 cm 23.5 cm

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The Mughal emperor Akbar (r. 1556–1605) tries to control a female elephant that gores the horse of a fallen rider while terrified attendants flee the scene. Akbar brandishes an elephant goad, or hook, similar to the example displayed in the case to your left.India’s majestic e...

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John and Berthe Ford, Baltimore; given to Walters Art Museum, 2001.
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