Umar Walks around Fulad Castle, Meets a Foot Soldier and Kicks Him to the Ground

Keshav Das
1570
Islamic Art
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1000 5th Ave, New York, NY 10028, United States

This artwork by Keshav Das, created in 1570, illustrates a dynamic scene from a narrative, likely a story from the Persian epic literature popular in Mughal India. The painting depicts Umar in an action-filled moment, walking around Fulad Castle, encountering a foot soldier, and knocking him to the ground. The scene is set against a richly detailed backdrop featuring a castle, lush vegetation, and flowing water, capturing the drama and intensity of the moment. The meticulous attention to detail and the vibrant use of color showcase Keshav Das's skill as a court painter, with the artwork housed at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.