Antique Mughal Empire Carved Wood, Painted Sculpture - Grand Mogul - Wood - India - 18th - 19th century

Rare India Circa 18th Century Mughal Empire carved wood painted Sculpture of a Grand Mogul; .

Dressed in the traditional Yaktahi Jama (an unlined Jama) originated in Persia and Central Asia, where it was worn both short and long, over a pai-jama to form an outfit known as the “Bast Agag”. In Persian, the word “Jama” means garment, robe, gown or coat. The definition of the Mughal Jama is a side-fastening frock-coat with tight-fitting bodice, nipped-in waist and flared skirt, reaching the knees. The Patka: Around the waist of the Jama, a long piece of fine fabric was tied like a sash. This was the Patka, from which a jeweled sword could be suspended.

Great and desirable Moghul statuette.

Measurements:
The piece measures approx. 18. 8 cm Tall x approx. 4. 8 cm Wide x 3 cm in Depth.

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