"Manuchihr Kills Tur", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings)
Flag of IndiaIslamic ArtCodiceslate 19th–early 20th century

By Abu'l Qasim Firdausi

"Manuchihr Kills Tur", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is a codices from India created in late 19th–early 20th century using ink, opaque watercolor, silver, and gold on paper measuring 12 1/2 x 8 5/8in. (31.8 x 21.9cm) Dimensions of painting: 9… 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, silver, and gold on paper
Dimensions12 1/2 x 8 5/8in. (31.8 x 21.9cm) Dimensions of painting: 9 1/8 x 5 7/8in. (23.2 x 14.9cm)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineGift of Dr. and Mrs. Lewis Balamuth, 1968
Datelate 19th–early 20th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Kashmir, India. Flag of India

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses "Manuchihr Kills Tur", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings)?

"Manuchihr Kills Tur", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was "Manuchihr Kills Tur", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) created?

"Manuchihr Kills Tur", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) dates to late 19th–early 20th century.

What material is "Manuchihr Kills Tur", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) made from?

"Manuchihr Kills Tur", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, silver, and gold on paper.

Where does "Manuchihr Kills Tur", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) originate?

"Manuchihr Kills Tur", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) originates from India.

Is "Manuchihr Kills Tur", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) in the public domain?

"Manuchihr Kills Tur", 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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