Islamic ArtCodices16th centuryBy Abu'l Qasim Firdausi
"Fifth Joust, The Death of Simurgh by the Hands of Isfandiyar", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is a codices from Iran created in 16th century using ink, gold and metallic paint, and watercolor on paper measuring H. 13 in. (33 cm) W. 9 in. (22.9 cm) attributed to Abu'l Qasim Firdausi — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ink, gold and metallic paint, and watercolor on paper |
| Dimensions | H. 13 in. (33 cm) W. 9 in. (22.9 cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Bequest of Carolyn Kane, 2015 |
| Date | 16th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Iran. 
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"Fifth Joust, The Death of Simurgh by the Hands of Isfandiyar", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
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"Fifth Joust, The Death of Simurgh by the Hands of Isfandiyar", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) dates to 16th century.
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"Fifth Joust, The Death of Simurgh by the Hands of Isfandiyar", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is crafted from ink, gold and metallic paint, and watercolor on paper.
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"Fifth Joust, The Death of Simurgh by the Hands of Isfandiyar", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) originates from Iran.
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