Mughal Empire

Mughal Empire
TEXTI LE, J EW ELRY AND VI SUAL ARTS
P R E S E N TAT I O N B Y: B L A C K G R O U P
OVERVIEW:
The Mughal Empire ruled most of the India and Pakistan from the 16th to the mid of 19th century.
They came into power in the of 15th century after Babar conquered India. Mughals are famous
for their architecture, art and luxurious lifestyle. Rulers also worked to spread culture through
India. There was a large of muslims who worked as lawyers and court man in society. Economy
boomed under their influence and ranking raised by a very fair number. Mughals invited
muslims hindus and many more to come to their place and debate.
MUGHAL TEXTILE DESIGN:
The Mughal rulers valued India’s rich artistic
heritage and its finest textile culture and
promoted the skills of the large population of
textile artisans and craftspeople; amongst the
skilled were weavers, dyers, embroiderers and
printers.
Most of our knowledge of mughal textiles comes
from miniature paintings of the kings courts and
other sources such as poetry and some folktales.
The primary fabrics of India were cotton, linen,
brocade and silks. Silks were often embroidered
with gold and silver thread and embellished with
laces.
The Mughals enriched their styles with luxurious silks not just locally
sourced but also from China, Japan and even Europe.
The Development Of Indian Textiles In The Mughal Era:

The introduction of new and different dye sources, the advancement of
weaving skills and the incorporation of new floral motifs culminated into
what could be termed as the ‘Golden Age of textile production’.
Kalamkaris:
Kalamkaris (patterns painted on fabrics using ‘kalam’) were traded with
Europe and soon the demand for intricate patterns and designs
attracted many foreigners to Mughal India.
Floral Patterns:
Floral patterns were a popular decorative elements. The Mughals
adored gardens and decorated their buildings and textiles with stylized
representations of nature.
PASHMINA:
Pashmina is fabric which simply refers to cashmere wild goat., Mughals used this fabric mostly for luxurious wear. Pashmina
shawls were reportedly so thin they could pass through a finger ring.
COSTUMES:
The Mughal ( a mix Turkish and Persian)
influence took shape during the region of
Akbar and Jahangir. Mughal costume man
consist of the jama, pajama, patka, choga,
angrakhi, or turban.
The Jama: The Yaktahi 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 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.
The Anghrakha : Like the jama it is long sleeves coat or gown. Shorter knee length version was called
Anghrakhi
The Chogha: The word Chogha in Mughal times referred to a long sleeved coat, open down the front,
usually down to hip length or knee length. Short leeves choga was called farji.
The Atamsukh: A long loose garment worn like a overcoat designed to protect the weaver against
extreme winter temperature.Pagri or turban: pagri or turban were worn on the head to complete this
outfit. Mughal costume for women consist of the peshwaz, choli, ghagra, orhni ,grara , angrakhi.Peshwaz:
loose jama like robe /coat fasterned with font, with ties at the waist, long sleeves. Choli : The upper
garment heavily embroider on front or back is tied with string.Ghagra : An mourns gathered skirt tied at
waist with drawing string also called Ijarband.Orhni: A head scarf.
Dhakija: A women paijama made of silk cut wide and straight. Grara : A loose paijama to the knee And
adding gathered.Sadri: A short sleeves or sleeveless jacket worn over a long sleeves dress. Churidar: Cut
on the bias, much longer than the leg, so that folds fall at the ankle, worn by men and women.
JEWELRY:
The use of jewelry was an essential part of
life for both men and women. Women have
8 complete sets of ornaments
Binduli,
Kotbiladar,
Sekra, siphul,
Tikka and jhumar
The chandelier
Ear ornaments were worn by both men and
women.
Turbans were usually adorned with some popular head
ornaments worn by men such as
the Jigha,
Sarpatti,
Sarpech,
Kalgi,
Mukut,
Turrah and kalangi.
MINIATURE ART:
Mughal miniatures were very small not more
than a few square inches, brightly colored, and
highly detailed paintings. Despite their tiny
sizes, they were incredibly precise, with some
lines painted using brushes composed of a
single hair. Mughal miniature art emerged
from Persian art, and developed in the court of
the Mughal Empire of the 16th and 17th
centuries. Battles, legendary stories, hunting
scenes, wildlife, mythology as well as other
subjects have been continuously shown in the
miniature art of Mughal era.
ARCHITECTURE:
The Mughal architecture was an amalgamation of
Persian, Turkic, Timurid Iranian, Central Asian, and
Indian Hindu style of architecture. Mughal
architecture first developed and flourished during
the reign of Akbar. In this period there was
extensive use of red sandstone as a building
material.
Shahjahan's reign (1628 - 1658) is known as the
golden age of Mughal architecture. He erected
several large monuments like the Taj Mahal, the
Red fort etc.
The Mughal Era has extensively contributed to a
rich and admirable architectural, literary and
cultural history to India.

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