"Kai Khusrau Enthroned Holding a Sword", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings)
Flag of IranIslamic ArtCodicesca. 1300–30

By Abu'l Qasim Firdausi

"Kai Khusrau Enthroned Holding a Sword", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is a codices from Iran or Iraq created in ca. 1300–30 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring Image 5 1/8 in x 6 1/4 in. Page 7 3/8 in. x 8 3/4 in. Mat… 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
DimensionsImage 5 1/8 in x 6 1/4 in. Page 7 3/8 in. x 8 3/4 in. Mat 14 1/14 in. x 19 1/4 in.
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LinePurchase, Joseph Pulitzer Bequest, 1934
Dateca. 1300–30

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Iran or Iraq. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses "Kai Khusrau Enthroned Holding a Sword", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings)?

"Kai Khusrau Enthroned Holding a Sword", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was "Kai Khusrau Enthroned Holding a Sword", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) created?

"Kai Khusrau Enthroned Holding a Sword", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) dates to ca. 1300–30.

What material is "Kai Khusrau Enthroned Holding a Sword", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) made from?

"Kai Khusrau Enthroned Holding a Sword", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.

Where does "Kai Khusrau Enthroned Holding a Sword", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) originate?

"Kai Khusrau Enthroned Holding a Sword", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) originates from Iran or Iraq.

Is "Kai Khusrau Enthroned Holding a Sword", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) in the public domain?

"Kai Khusrau Enthroned Holding a Sword", 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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