Islamic ArtCodicesca. 1330–40By Abu'l Qasim Firdausi
"Buzurjmihr Masters the Game of Chess", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is a codices probably Isfahan from Iran created in ca. 1330–40 using ink, opaque watercolor, gold, and silver on paper measuring Entire Page: 8 1/16 x 4 7/8 in. (20.5 x 12.4 cm) Painting… 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, gold, and silver on paper |
| Dimensions | Entire Page: 8 1/16 x 4 7/8 in. (20.5 x 12.4 cm) Painting: 3 1/8 x 4 in. (8 x 10.2 cm) Mat: 19 1/4 x 14 1/4 Frame: 22 x 17 |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Bequest of Monroe C. Gutman, 1974 |
| Date | ca. 1330–40 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: probably Isfahan, Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses "Buzurjmihr Masters the Game of Chess", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings)?
"Buzurjmihr Masters the Game of Chess", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was "Buzurjmihr Masters the Game of Chess", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) created?
"Buzurjmihr Masters the Game of Chess", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) dates to ca. 1330–40.
What material is "Buzurjmihr Masters the Game of Chess", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) made from?
"Buzurjmihr Masters the Game of Chess", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, gold, and silver on paper.
Where does "Buzurjmihr Masters the Game of Chess", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) originate?
"Buzurjmihr Masters the Game of Chess", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) originates from Iran.
Is "Buzurjmihr Masters the Game of Chess", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) in the public domain?
"Buzurjmihr Masters the Game of Chess", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is in the public domain and can be freely used.