Timurid Empire Collection

Jalal al-Din Khwarazm-Shah crossing the rapid Indus river, escaping Chinggis Khan and his army, 1597-1600. Found in the collection of British Museum

Doors to the mausoleum of Tamerlaine 1872 by Vasily Vasilyevich Vereshchagin (1842 - 1904)
5305403 Doors to the mausoleum of Tamerlaine 1872 by Vasily Vasilyevich Vereshchagin (1842 - 1904), Russian war artist and one of the first Russian artists to be widely recognised abroad; (add.info)

Hulagu Khan, astrologer and astronomer, at the Observatory. Miniature from Shahnama... 15th century Creator: Anonymous
Hulagu Khan, astrologer and astronomer, at the Observatory. Miniature from Shahnama-i Changizi by Shams al-din Kashani, 15th century. Found in the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Hulagu Khan at a party. Miniature from Jami al-tawarikh (Universal History), ca 1430. Creator: Anonymous
Hulagu Khan at a party. Miniature from Jami al-tawarikh (Universal History), ca 1430. Found in the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Hulagu Khan and Courtiers. Miniature from Jami al-tawarikh (Universal History), ca 1430. Creator: Anonymous
Hulagu Khan and Courtiers. Miniature from Jami al-tawarikh (Universal History), ca 1430. Found in the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Tayang Khan Presented with the Head of the Mongol Leader Ong Khan (Miniature from Jami al-tawarikh (Universal History), c. 1596. Found in the collection of the The David Collection

Battle between the Khwarezmian army and the Mongols. Miniature from Jami al-tawarikh (Universal His)
Battle between the Khwarezmian army and the Mongols. Miniature from Jami al-tawarikh (Universal History), ca 1430. Found in the collection of Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Dream-vision of Genghis Khan (From: Jean Hayton, Fleur des histoires de la terre d Orient), c. 1410
Dream-vision of Genghis Khan (From: Jean Hayton, Fleur des histoires de la terre d Orient), c.1410. Found in the collection of the New York Public Library

Ali-Shir Nava i, Turkic poet, artist and politician (litho)
7200725 Ali-Shir Nava i, Turkic poet, artist and politician (litho) by Muzahhib, Mahmud (fl.1560); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ali-Shir Nava i (1441-1501), Turkic poet, artist and politician

Timur, Mongol military leader (engraving)
3647386 Timur, Mongol military leader (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Timur (1336-1405), Mongol military leader. After an Indian painting

The Turkish Sultan Bayazid brought captive before Timur, c
874376 The Turkish Sultan Bayazid brought captive before Timur, c.1850 (opaque w/c & gold on paper) by Indian School, (19th century); 55.9 x52.1 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

Timur Khan, ca 1625. Artist: Anonymous
Timur Khan, ca 1625. From a private collection

Bayezid I prisoned by Timur, before 1561. Artist: South German master (16th century)
Bayezid I prisoned by Timur, before 1561. From a private collection

Ghenghis Khan in combat. Miniature from Jami al-tawarikh (Universal History), ca 1430. Artist: Anonymous
Ghenghis Khan in combat. Miniature from Jami al-tawarikh (Universal History), ca 1430. Found in the collection of Bibliotheque Nationale de France

The Flight of Mstislav Mstislavich after the Battle of the Kalka, 1223 (From Illustrated Karamzin) Artist: Chorikov
The Flight of Mstislav Mstislavich after the Battle of the Kalka, 1223 (From Illustrated Karamzin), 1836. Found in the collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

Seated statue of Chingis Khan at the Parliament Building in Ulan Bator, 2005. Artist: Anonymous
Seated statue of Chingis Khan at the Parliament Building in Ulan Bator, 2005

The siege of Beijing. Miniature from Jami al-tawarikh (Universal History), ca 1430. Artist: Anonymous
The siege of Beijing. Miniature from Jami al-tawarikh (Universal History), ca 1430. Found in the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Battle between the Mongol and Jin Jurchen armies in north China in 1211. Miniature from Jami al-taw Artist: Anonymous
Battle between the Mongol and Jin Jurchen armies in north China in 1211. Miniature from Jami al-tawarikh (Universal History), ca 1430. Found in the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

The Doors of Tamerlane, 1871-1872. Artist: Vereshchagin, Vasili Vasilyevich (1842-1904)
The Doors of Tamerlane, 1871-1872. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Tamerlane, Turko-Mongol emperor
Tamerlane (1336-1405), Turko-Mongol emperor. Also known as Timur, Tamerlanes people were descendents of the Mongols who had settled in Persian areas and become linguistically Turkic

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The Timurid Empire, a powerful and influential empire in Central Asia, was marked by numerous significant events and personalities. One such event was the daring escape of Jalal al-Din Khwarazm-Shah as he crossed the rapid Indus river to evade Chinggis Khan and his formidable army. This remarkable feat is vividly depicted in an exquisite artwork by Dharm Das, showcasing the bravery and resourcefulness of Khwarazm-Shah. Another captivating scene captured in a miniature from Jami al-tawarikh is Tayang Khan being presented with the head of Ong Khan, a Mongol leader. Painted by Miskina during his active years between 1590-1600, this artwork portrays the triumph of Tayang Khan over his adversary, symbolizing the strength and dominance of the Timurid Empire. Ali-Shir Nava'i, a multi-talented Turkic poet, artist, and politician also played a notable role within this empire. A lithograph depicting him showcases his intellectual prowess as well as his contributions to literature and politics during this era. Timur himself stands out as one of history's most renowned military leaders. An engraving immortalizes his image while highlighting his strategic brilliance on the battlefield. The Turkish Sultan Bayezid I faced imprisonment at Timur's hands before 1561; an anonymous South German master artist captures this dramatic moment that forever altered their destinies. The conflict between Khwarezmian army and Mongols is brought to life through another mesmerizing miniature from Jami al-tawarikh. This depiction serves as a testament to both sides' valorous efforts during intense battles that shaped the course of history. Ghenghis Khan's combat skills are showcased in yet another striking miniature from Jami al-tawarikh created around 1430 by an anonymous artist. It highlights Ghenghis Khan's indomitable spirit and his role in shaping the Mongol Empire.