The sarpech (turban ornament) was always perceived to be a symbol of imperial power and perhaps splendour. Thus, perhaps the act of the emperor handing over a sarpech to this son is significant and symbolic.

The collection this painting was a part of, is indeed one of the finest private collections ever put together. This collection has toured many countries in the world, except India. Another pointer to the immense bureaucracy around heritage -its conservation and its public display.