Islamic ArtCodiceslate 15th centuryBy Abu'l Qasim Firdausi
"Elias and Khizr at the Fountain of Life', Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi is a codices from Iran created in late 15th century using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring 9 x 3 9/16in. (22.9 x 9cm) Dimensions of painting: 6 1/8 x… 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 | 9 x 3 9/16in. (22.9 x 9cm) Dimensions of painting: 6 1/8 x 5 7/8in. (15.5 x 14.9cm) |
| 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 | late 15th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Iran. 
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What department houses "Elias and Khizr at the Fountain of Life', Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi?
"Elias and Khizr at the Fountain of Life', Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was "Elias and Khizr at the Fountain of Life', Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi created?
"Elias and Khizr at the Fountain of Life', Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi dates to late 15th century.
What material is "Elias and Khizr at the Fountain of Life', Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi made from?
"Elias and Khizr at the Fountain of Life', Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.
Where does "Elias and Khizr at the Fountain of Life', Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi originate?
"Elias and Khizr at the Fountain of Life', Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi originates from Iran.
Is "Elias and Khizr at the Fountain of Life', Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi in the public domain?
"Elias and Khizr at the Fountain of Life', Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi is in the public domain and can be freely used.