Islamic ArtCodicesca. 1300–30By Abu'l Qasim Firdausi
"How Rustam Found a Spring", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi is a codices from Northwestern Iran or Baghdad created in ca. 1300–30 using ink, opaque watercolor, silver, and gold on paper measuring Text block: 6 1/16 x 4 13/16 in. (15.4 x 12.2 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, silver, and gold on paper |
| Dimensions | Text block: 6 1/16 x 4 13/16 in. (15.4 x 12.2 cm) Painting: 1 3/4 x 3 3/8 in. (4.5 x 8.5 cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1969 |
| Date | ca. 1300–30 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Northwestern Iran or Baghdad. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses "How Rustam Found a Spring", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi?
"How Rustam Found a Spring", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was "How Rustam Found a Spring", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi created?
"How Rustam Found a Spring", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi dates to ca. 1300–30.
What material is "How Rustam Found a Spring", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi made from?
"How Rustam Found a Spring", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, silver, and gold on paper.
Where does "How Rustam Found a Spring", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi originate?
"How Rustam Found a Spring", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi originates from Northwestern Iran or Baghdad.
Is "How Rustam Found a Spring", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi in the public domain?
"How Rustam Found a Spring", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi is in the public domain and can be freely used.