India: The Mughal Emperor Akbar (r. 1556-1605) enters Surat in triumph, 1573. Farrukh Beg (c.1545-c.1615), Akbarnama, 1590-1595

Farrukh Beg (ca. 1545 – ca. 1615) was a Persian born Mughal painter who served in the court of Mirza Muhammad Hakim before working directly for Mughal Emperor Akbar. He was greatly influenced by Persian style of paintings and remained conservative throughout his artistic life.

He was greatly admired by Mughal emperor, Jahangir as well. He worked in four royal courts in his lifetime.

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