Babur Collection

Miniature Painting of Mughal Emperor Babur
3610111 Miniature Painting of Mughal Emperor Babur by Indian School; Private Collection; Dinodia

Kichik Beg Wounded during Baburs Attack on Qalat, from a copy of the Baburnama... c
Kichik Beg Wounded during Baburs Attack on Qalat, from a copy of the Baburnama (Book of Babur), c. 1590

Babur receives a courtier, Detached folio from a dispersed copy of Baburnama
2956975 Babur receives a courtier, Detached folio from a dispersed copy of Baburnama (Tuzuk-i Baburi) by Zahir-al-Din Muhammad Babur, c.1580-85 (w/c, ink & gold on paper) by Beg

Baburs troops take the fortress at Kabul, c. 1590-1600 (opaque w / c & gold on paper)
874253 Baburs troops take the fortress at Kabul, c.1590-1600 (opaque w/c & gold on paper) by Farrukh, Dhannu, & Dharmdas (fl.c.1590-1600); San Diego Museum of Art, USA; (add.info.: Babur (1483-1530)

Emperor Babur with Attendants in a Garden, c. 1590 (w / c, ink & gold on paper)
2956974 Emperor Babur with Attendants in a Garden, c.1590 (w/c, ink & gold on paper) by Indian School, (16th century); 19.1x12.2 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Detail from Baburs troops take the fortress at Kabul, c
874250 Detail from Baburs troops take the fortress at Kabul, c.1590-1600 (opaque w/c & gold on paper) by Farrukh, Dhannu, & Dharmdas (fl.c.1590-1600); San Diego Museum of Art

Detail from Baburs troops take the fortress at Kabul, c
874247 Detail from Baburs troops take the fortress at Kabul, c.1590-1600 (opaque w/c & gold on paper) by Farrukh, Dhannu, & Dharmdas (fl.c.1590-1600); San Diego Museum of Art

Babur Entertains in Sultan Ibrahim Lodis Palace, detached folio from a dispersed
2956976 Babur Entertains in Sultan Ibrahim Lodis Palace, detached folio from a dispersed copy of Baburnama (Tuzuk-i Baburi) by Zahir-al- Din Muhammad Babur, c.1585 (w/c, ink & gold on paper) by Beg

First Battle of Panipat, 1526. Miniature from Baburnama, ca 1592. Creator: Anonymous
First Battle of Panipat, 1526. Miniature from Baburnama, ca 1592. Found in the collection of British Library

Three Trees of India, Folio from a Baburnama (Autobiography of Babur), late 16th century

Emperor Babur Receiving a Visitor, Folio from a Baburnama (The Book of Babur), ca. 1590

The Armoury Square, Fort Agra, Agra, India
The Armoury Square at the fort at Agra, India, now a UNESCO world heritage site. The great Mughals Babur, Humayun, Akbar, Jehangir, Shah Jahan and Aurangzeb lived here

King Babars Tomb, 1905. Artist: Mortimer Luddington Menpes
King Babars Tomb, 1905. From India, by Mortimer Menpes. Text by Flora A. Steel. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1905]

Baber Cheering On His Troops, c1526 (c1912). Babur (1483-530), cheering on his troups, possibly at the First Battle of Panipat, 1526. From The Romance of India, edited by Herbert Strang

Babur superintending in the Garden of Fidelity, 1508 (1956). Babur (1483-1530) was the founder of the Mughal dynasty in India. Illustration from Memoirs of Babur

Timur hands his crown to Babur Mughal, c1630. Timur (1336-1405), sits between the first two Mughal Emperors, Babur Timur (1336-1405), and Humayan (r.1530-1540 and 1544-1545)

Tomb of Emperor Babur, Kabul, First Anglo-Afghan War 1838-1842. Artist: James Atkinson
Tomb of Emperor Babur, First Anglo-Afghan War 1838-1842. Babur (c1483-1530) was the Islamic conqueror of India who founded the Mughal dynasty

Babur meeting Sultan Ali Mirza Kohik River Babur-nama
Babur meeting with Sultan Ali Mirza at the Kohik River, from a Babur-nama (Memoirs of Babur), c. 1590. India, Mughal school, 16th century

Babur, Emperor of India
Babur, Mughal Emperor of India (ruled 1526-1530), depicted with his army invading Persia

Afghanistan, Kabul. Marble pavilion in the grounds of Baburs garden where his tomb lies in Kabul

The Emperor Timur (1336-1405) on his Throne, after an Indian miniature (pen & ink
XIR210215 The Emperor Timur (1336-1405) on his Throne, after an Indian miniature (pen & ink on paper) by Rembrandt Harmensz

BABUR (1483-1530). First emperor of the Mughal empire of India. Shown in battle, early 16th century. Miniature from the Baburnama, 16th century

BABUR (1483-1530). First emperor of the Mughal empire of India. Detail from a Mughal painting

Agra Fort, India
View of the Agra Fort, Agra, India, also known as Lal Qila, Fort Rouge and Red Fort of Agra. It can be more accurately described as a walled palatial city

Baburs Alcove, Kandahar, Afghanistan

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"Babur: Conqueror, Emperor, and Patron of the Arts" Step into the vibrant world of Babur, the legendary founder of the Mughal Empire. Through exquisite artworks such as "Babur's troops take the fortress at Kabul" and "Emperor Babur with Attendants in a Garden, " we catch glimpses of his remarkable life. In one scene, we witness Babur's troops valiantly storming the fortress at Kabul. The intricate details painted with opaque watercolors and gold on paper transport us to that moment in history when victory was within reach. Another captivating image shows Kichik Beg wounded during Babur's attack on Qalat. This poignant depiction from a copy of the Baburnama reveals not only the brutality of war but also highlights individual sacrifices made for their leader. As an emperor known for his refined taste, we see him receiving a courtier in another detached folio from his dispersed copy of Baburnama. Dressed elegantly and surrounded by opulent architecture, he exudes power and authority while maintaining an air of grace. The First Battle of Panipat is immortalized in a miniature painting from Baburnama. Created by an anonymous artist around 1592, this artwork captures the intensity and chaos that unfolded during this historic clash between rival forces. Babur's love for nature is evident in "Three Trees of India, " where he showcases his deep appreciation for India's diverse flora. The late 16th-century folio beautifully illustrates three majestic trees against a backdrop filled with lush greenery—a testament to his connection with both land and culture. In yet another mesmerizing scene, we find ourselves transported to Sultan Ibrahim Lodhi's palace as Babur entertains guests. This detached folio portrays grandeur through its rich colors and intricate detailing—an insight into how art played an essential role in imperial gatherings. Finally, we glimpse Emperor Babur receiving a visitor in a folio from Baburnama.