Islamic ArtCodicesca. 1300–30By Abu'l Qasim Firdausi
"Rustam Kills the White Div", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is a codices from Northwestern Iran or Baghdad created in ca. 1300–30 using ink, opaque watercolor, silver, and gold on paper measuring Painting: H. 2 1/16 in. (5.2 cm) W. 4 11/16… 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 | Painting: H. 2 1/16 in. (5.2 cm) W. 4 11/16 in. (11.9 cm) Page: H. 9 1/8 in. (23.2 cm) W. 7 7/16 in. (18.9 cm) Mat: H. 19 1/4 in. (48.9 cm) W. 14 1/4 in. (36.2 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 "Rustam Kills the White Div", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings)?
"Rustam Kills the White Div", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was "Rustam Kills the White Div", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) created?
"Rustam Kills the White Div", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) dates to ca. 1300–30.
What material is "Rustam Kills the White Div", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) made from?
"Rustam Kills the White Div", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, silver, and gold on paper.
Where does "Rustam Kills the White Div", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) originate?
"Rustam Kills the White Div", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) originates from Northwestern Iran or Baghdad.
Is "Rustam Kills the White Div", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) in the public domain?
"Rustam Kills the White Div", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is in the public domain and can be freely used.