"Gav and Talhand in Battle", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings)
Flag of IndiaIslamic ArtCodicesca. 1430–40

By Abu'l Qasim Firdausi

"Gav and Talhand in Battle", 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 8 in. high 8.25 in. wide (20.3 cm high 20.9 cm wide) attributed to Abu'l Qasim Firdausi — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumInk, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper
Dimensions8 in. high 8.25 in. wide (20.3 cm high 20.9 cm wide)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineThe Grinnell Collection, Bequest of William Milne Grinnell, 1920
Dateca. 1430–40

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: India. Flag of India

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses "Gav and Talhand in Battle", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings)?

"Gav and Talhand in Battle", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was "Gav and Talhand in Battle", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) created?

"Gav and Talhand in Battle", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) dates to ca. 1430–40.

What material is "Gav and Talhand in Battle", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) made from?

"Gav and Talhand in Battle", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.

Where does "Gav and Talhand in Battle", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) originate?

"Gav and Talhand in Battle", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) originates from India.

Is "Gav and Talhand in Battle", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) in the public domain?

"Gav and Talhand in Battle", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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