Islamic ArtCodicesca. 1300–30By Abu'l Qasim Firdausi
"Bizhan Slaughters the Wild Boars of Irman", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is a codices possibly Baghdad from Iraq created in ca. 1300–30 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring Image 5 5/16 in x 6 3/8 in. Page 5 1/2 in. x 6 7/8… 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 | Image 5 5/16 in x 6 3/8 in. Page 5 1/2 in. x 6 7/8 in. Mat 14 1/14 in. x 19 1/4 in. |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Fletcher Fund, 1925 |
| Date | ca. 1300–30 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: possibly Baghdad, Iraq. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses "Bizhan Slaughters the Wild Boars of Irman", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings)?
"Bizhan Slaughters the Wild Boars of Irman", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was "Bizhan Slaughters the Wild Boars of Irman", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) created?
"Bizhan Slaughters the Wild Boars of Irman", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) dates to ca. 1300–30.
What material is "Bizhan Slaughters the Wild Boars of Irman", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) made from?
"Bizhan Slaughters the Wild Boars of Irman", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.
Where does "Bizhan Slaughters the Wild Boars of Irman", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) originate?
"Bizhan Slaughters the Wild Boars of Irman", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) originates from Iraq.
Is "Bizhan Slaughters the Wild Boars of Irman", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) in the public domain?
"Bizhan Slaughters the Wild Boars of Irman", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is in the public domain and can be freely used.