Islamic ArtCodices1300–1330By Abu'l Qasim Firdausi
"Bahram Gur Entertained by the Daughters of Barzin", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is a codices from Northwestern Iran or Baghdad created in 1300–1330 using ink, opaque watercolor, silver, and gold on paper measuring Text block: 6 3/16 x 4 13/16 in. (15.7 x 12.2 cm) Painting… attributed to Abu'l Qasim Firdausi — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ink, opaque watercolor, silver, and gold on paper |
| Dimensions | Text block: 6 3/16 x 4 13/16 in. (15.7 x 12.2 cm) Painting: 2 3/8 x 4 3/4 in. (6 x 12.1 cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1969 |
| Date | 1300–1330 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Northwestern Iran or Baghdad. 
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What department houses "Bahram Gur Entertained by the Daughters of Barzin", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings)?
"Bahram Gur Entertained by the Daughters of Barzin", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was "Bahram Gur Entertained by the Daughters of Barzin", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) created?
"Bahram Gur Entertained by the Daughters of Barzin", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) dates to 1300–1330.
What material is "Bahram Gur Entertained by the Daughters of Barzin", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) made from?
"Bahram Gur Entertained by the Daughters of Barzin", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, silver, and gold on paper.
Where does "Bahram Gur Entertained by the Daughters of Barzin", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) originate?
"Bahram Gur Entertained by the Daughters of Barzin", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) originates from Northwestern Iran or Baghdad.
Is "Bahram Gur Entertained by the Daughters of Barzin", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) in the public domain?
"Bahram Gur Entertained by the Daughters of Barzin", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is in the public domain and can be freely used.