"Meeting of Bahram Gur with a Princess", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings)
Flag of IranIslamic ArtCodicesmid-16th century

By Abu'l Qasim Firdausi

"Meeting of Bahram Gur with a Princess", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is a codices from Iran created in mid-16th century using ink, watercolor, and gold on paper measuring 14.25 in. high 9.62 in. wide (36.2 cm high 24.4 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, watercolor, and gold on paper
Dimensions14.25 in. high 9.62 in. wide (36.2 cm high 24.4 cm wide)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1938
Datemid-16th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses "Meeting of Bahram Gur with a Princess", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings)?

"Meeting of Bahram Gur with a Princess", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was "Meeting of Bahram Gur with a Princess", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) created?

"Meeting of Bahram Gur with a Princess", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) dates to mid-16th century.

What material is "Meeting of Bahram Gur with a Princess", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) made from?

"Meeting of Bahram Gur with a Princess", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is crafted from ink, watercolor, and gold on paper.

Where does "Meeting of Bahram Gur with a Princess", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) originate?

"Meeting of Bahram Gur with a Princess", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) originates from Iran.

Is "Meeting of Bahram Gur with a Princess", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) in the public domain?

"Meeting of Bahram Gur with a Princess", 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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