Even though men mostly dominated the art world, a few remarkable women made their name. These women created divine, breathtaking artwork that blended Mughal and Persian styles. In this article ...

From governance and diplomacy to art and architecture, the women of the Mughal dynasty were far more than consorts—they were rulers, advisors, scholars and patrons who left an indelible mark on ...

Paintings were kept in the palace in a dry picture storeroom, piled on stone shelves. They were usually wrapped in cotton bandanas to protect them from insects, dampness, and light. Bundles were ...

We are assured that Mughal women had a great deal of personal liberty, were sophisticated patrons of literature, art and architecture, owned property, ran businesses, drank alcohol and smoked hookahs.

At her workshop, How to Read a Mughal Painting: Understanding the Mughals through their Art, Ashwitha aims to teach people how to look at a painting and consider it a historical source.