Jahangir Preferring a Sufi Shaikh to Kings is a work made by Bichitr in 1620 with watercolor, gold, and ink on paper. It is currently displayed at the Free Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C. It depicts Jahangir's desire for spirituality over his own position as a political leader. Jahangir is shown with a halo, referencing European religious works, and handing a book to the Sufi Sheik. Two other political leaders (The Ottoman Sultan and King James I of England) are shown, however, holy men are placed at a higher rank since they are more prominent in the portrait. The purpose of the work is to represent the importance of spiritual life over worldly power and commemorate Jahangir as a political leader. This is shown using a hierarchical scale with Jahangir as the most important followed by the holy men and the political leaders at the bottom (least important). This work also depicts cross-cultural influences from Europeans such as the Renaissance carpet in the background, depictions of small cherubs and the use of a halo. Meant to show Jahangir's influence and respect for religion as well as commemorate him as a strong leader.

The Portrait of Sin Sukju is a hanging scroll made at the Imperial Bureau of Painting between 1417-1475 using ink and color on silk. It was a highly desired product made for someone of high status. It depicts Sin Sukju in a formalized posture with traditional attire in a full length view of his body. Brush strokes are clean and angular with shading in his gown. Meticulous details used on his face to create a work of realism contrast the bold, solid colors used on the rest of his body. He wears a rank badge on his chest (an insignia of embroidered silk) meant to indicate his status. His badge depicts a pair of peacocks with flowering plants among clouds. Sin Sukju was a prime minister in Korea who also served as a soldier and a scholar (was involved in the creation of the modern Korean alphabet). This portrait was made to depict him as a powerful leader (shown with his badge) and commemorate him as an ancestor after his death. After his death the portrait has been repainted many times as a way to commemorate him further and memorialize him for future generations. The work itself was likely used for private worship, however, it was still meant to Revere Sin Sukju as a leader and an ancestor.

Created during the Kamakura period, the scroll is a prime example of warrior painting known for its energetic brushwork and emotional intensity. It uses a continuous narrative style. It serves as a historical record and also reflects the violent political struggles of the time and the growing power of the samurai class.

The painting uses bright colors like gold, blue, and green, and the details of the trees, animals, and clothing are intricately done. The scene feels magical, almost like a dream. It shows how important nature and kingship were in Persian culture.

Overall, The Court of Gayumars is not just a picture of a king—it’s a symbol of a perfect, golden time when humans lived in harmony with nature. It also shows the pride the Safavid rulers had in Persian history and art. The painting captures both the beauty of the world and the idea of a good, wise leader.