Question

The Hyderabad style of painting was influenced by which artistic tradition?

• A. Mughal painting brought by artists migrating during Aurangzeb’s reign
• B. Rajput miniature painting
• C. European Renaissance art
• D. Vijayanagara mural tradition

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Mughal painting brought by artists migrating during Aurangzeb’s reign

Hyderabad Style of Painting Painting in Hyderabad began to flourish with the establishment of the Asaf Jahi dynasty by Mir Qamruddin Khan (Chin Qilich Khan), also known as Nizam-ul-Mulk, in 1724 CE. The existing early Deccani painting styles were significantly influenced by the Mughal tradition, brought to the region by Mughal artists who migrated to the Deccan during the reign of Aurangzeb and found patronage under local rulers.