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Sir Thomas Roes Embassy to the Court of Jehangir (oil & pencil on canvas)
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Sir Thomas Roes Embassy to the Court of Jehangir (oil & pencil on canvas)
1775082 Sir Thomas Roes Embassy to the Court of Jehangir (oil & pencil on canvas) by Rothenstein, William (1872-1945); 52.5x110.5 cm; Bradford Art Galleries and Museums, West Yorkshire, UK; (add.info.: Sir Thomas Roe (c. 1581 - 6 November 1644) was an English diplomat of the Elizabethan and Jacobean periods. He sat in the House of Commons at various times between 1614 and 1644.
From 1615 to 1618, he was ambassador to the court at Agra, India, of the Great Mogul, Jahangir. The principal object of the mission was to obtain protection for the East India Companys factory at Surat. At the Mughal court, Roe allegedly became a favorite of Jahangir and may have been his drinking partner. This greatly enhanced Roes status with the Mughals. ); © Bradford Museums & Galleries
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17th Agra Bowing Canopy Company Courtier Courtiers Deference Diplomacy Diplomat East Elizabethan Embassy Enthroned Jacobean Jahangir Moghul Empire Mogul Mughal Mughals Regal Regalia Rothenstein William 1872 1945 Thomas Jehangir Roes
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The print captures a remarkable painting titled "Sir Thomas Roes Embassy to the Court of Jehangir" by William Rothenstein. This oil and pencil on canvas masterpiece measures 52.5x110.5 cm and is housed in the Bradford Art Galleries and Museums in West Yorkshire, UK. The painting depicts Sir Thomas Roe, an English diplomat from the Elizabethan and Jacobean eras, during his time as ambassador to the court at Agra, India in the early 17th century. The mission's primary objective was to secure protection for the East India Company's factory at Surat. Roe's close relationship with Jahangir, the Great Mogul of the Mughal Empire, is evident as he appears enthroned alongside him. It is said that they even shared drinking sessions together, further elevating Roe's status among the Mughals. In this regal setting, we see courtiers dressed in traditional attire bowing before their rulers with utmost deference. The elaborate costumes and majestic throne showcase the grandeur of both Indian and British royal courts. Rothenstein skillfully captures this historical moment with meticulous attention to detail and vibrant colors that bring life to every brushstroke. Through this artwork, viewers are transported back in time to witness a significant diplomatic event between two powerful empires. This painting not only showcases Rothenstein's artistic prowess but also serves as a testament to Sir Thomas Roe's successful diplomacy during his tenure as ambassador to Jahangir's court.
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