Islamic ArtCodicesca. 1430–40By Abu'l Qasim Firdausi
"Bazur, the Magician, Raises up Darkness and a Storm", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is a codices from India created in ca. 1430–40 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring 7.75 in. high 8.12 in. wide (19.7 cm high 20.6 cm wide) 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 | 7.75 in. high 8.12 in. wide (19.7 cm high 20.6 cm wide) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | The Grinnell Collection, Bequest of William Milne Grinnell, 1920 |
| Date | ca. 1430–40 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: India. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses "Bazur, the Magician, Raises up Darkness and a Storm", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings)?
"Bazur, the Magician, Raises up Darkness and a Storm", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was "Bazur, the Magician, Raises up Darkness and a Storm", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) created?
"Bazur, the Magician, Raises up Darkness and a Storm", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) dates to ca. 1430–40.
What material is "Bazur, the Magician, Raises up Darkness and a Storm", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) made from?
"Bazur, the Magician, Raises up Darkness and a Storm", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.
Where does "Bazur, the Magician, Raises up Darkness and a Storm", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) originate?
"Bazur, the Magician, Raises up Darkness and a Storm", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) originates from India.
Is "Bazur, the Magician, Raises up Darkness and a Storm", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) in the public domain?
"Bazur, the Magician, Raises up Darkness and a Storm", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is in the public domain and can be freely used.