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Soldiers are Enjoying the Huqqa

Huqqa was routed to India from Persia in the early 16th century. In 1604, Asad Beg, brought with him a jeweled pipe-Huqqa from Bijapur to Akbar's court. Later, the Huqqa became a living object and status symbol for both the nobility and the commoner.

Kind
artefact
Date
1725 CE