"Bahram Gur Slays the Dragon", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings)
Flag of IranIslamic ArtCodicessecond half 17th century

By Abu'l Qasim Firdausi

"Bahram Gur Slays the Dragon", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is a codices Isfahan from Iran created in second half 17th century using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring 1.06 in. high 4.37 in. wide (19.5 cm high 11.1 cm wide) 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, and gold on paper
Dimensions1.06 in. high 4.37 in. wide (19.5 cm high 11.1 cm wide)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineGift of Richard Ettinghausen, 1975
Datesecond half 17th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Isfahan, Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses "Bahram Gur Slays the Dragon", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings)?

"Bahram Gur Slays the Dragon", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was "Bahram Gur Slays the Dragon", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) created?

"Bahram Gur Slays the Dragon", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) dates to second half 17th century.

What material is "Bahram Gur Slays the Dragon", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) made from?

"Bahram Gur Slays the Dragon", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.

Where does "Bahram Gur Slays the Dragon", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) originate?

"Bahram Gur Slays the Dragon", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) originates from Iran.

Is "Bahram Gur Slays the Dragon", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) in the public domain?

"Bahram Gur Slays the Dragon", 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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