The Book of Akbar 61: European Novelties.

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[Text, vol. iii. p. 196.] Haji Habib had been sent to the port of Goa, with a large sum of money and intelligent artisans, to examine and bring to the Emperor’s knowledge the various productions of art and skill to be found in that town. He now returned to Court, having with him a number of men clad in Christian garb, and beating drums and playing European instruments. He presented fabrics which he had selected. The artisans who had gone there to acquire knowledge exhibited their skill, and received applause. Musicians of that country played upon various instruments, especially upon the organ, and gave great delight to all who heard them.