"Bahram Gur Entertained by the Daughters of Barzin", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings)
Flag of IranIslamic ArtCodices1300–1330

By 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

MediumInk, opaque watercolor, silver, and gold on paper
DimensionsText 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)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1969
Date1300–1330

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Northwestern Iran or Baghdad. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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