Portret van Sultan Abul Hasan, de schoonzoon van Sultan Abdullah; de vader van Abul Hasan is de schoonzoon geweest van Ibrahim Padshah c. 1686

This portrait of Sultan Abul Hasan was created by an anonymous artist. Its structure is meticulously organized around the figure’s regal bearing. The Sultan is presented in profile against a serene, light green background. His opulent robe, adorned with floral motifs, is juxtaposed with the understated geometric patterns on the lower portion of the work. The painting's composition invites us to consider the symbolism embedded within its formal elements. The halo, rendered through subtle gradations of light, suggests not only the Sultan's elevated status but also the interplay between earthly power and divine grace. The artist's attention to detail extends to the smallest elements, like the jeweled hilt of the Sultan's dagger. In essence, this portrait goes beyond mere representation. Instead, it serves as a powerful visual statement about authority, lineage, and the complex relationship between the individual and the state.