Portrait of Malik Ambar

Malik Ambar (1549- 1626), born in Ethiopia and sold into slavery, was a formidable military leader from the Deccan who went on to become the Prime Minister of Ahmadnagar. Malik Ambar is clad in white, standing in the left profile. A sword and a dagger are tied to his waist.

Kind

artefact

Date

1600–1699 CE