Islamic ArtCodices1352By Abu'l Qasim Firdausi
"Bahram Gur Hunting with Azada", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is a codices Shiraz from Iran created in 1352 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring Painting: H. 3 3/16 in. (8.1 cm) W. 6 in… 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, and gold on paper |
| Dimensions | Painting: H. 3 3/16 in. (8.1 cm) W. 6 in. (15.2 cm) Page: H. 11 1/2 in. (29.2 cm) W. 8 5/16 in. (21.1 cm) Mat: H. 19 1/4 in. (48.9 cm) W. 14 1/4 in. (36.2 cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Cora Timken Burnett Collection of Persian Miniatures and Other Persian Art Objects, Bequest of Cora Timken Burnett, 1956 |
| Date | 1352 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Shiraz, Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses "Bahram Gur Hunting with Azada", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings)?
"Bahram Gur Hunting with Azada", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was "Bahram Gur Hunting with Azada", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) created?
"Bahram Gur Hunting with Azada", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) dates to 1352.
What material is "Bahram Gur Hunting with Azada", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) made from?
"Bahram Gur Hunting with Azada", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.
Where does "Bahram Gur Hunting with Azada", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) originate?
"Bahram Gur Hunting with Azada", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) originates from Iran.
Is "Bahram Gur Hunting with Azada", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) in the public domain?
"Bahram Gur Hunting with Azada", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is in the public domain and can be freely used.