Uploaded February 2025 | Updated September 2026, 8 hours ago

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How did this traditionally European image of the Virgin Mary nursing the infant Jesus come to 16th century Mughal India? Explore the blend of cultures and styles shown in The Virgin and Child, which was completed in the 1590s for the Mughal emperor Akbar, then mounted onto the gilded page of an album made for his son and successor, Jahangir. Learn the history and significance of this beautiful work of art and folio page in this week’s Masterpiece Minute podcast.

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