Islamic ArtCodicesca. 1430–40By Abu'l Qasim Firdausi
"Rustam Seizes Afrasiyab by the Girdle and Lifts him from the Saddle", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is a codices from India created in ca. 1430–40 using main support: ink, opaque watercolor, gold on paper margins: ink and gold on… measuring 7.5 in. high 7.62 in. wide (19.1 cm high 19.4 cm wide) attributed to Abu'l Qasim Firdausi — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Main support: Ink, opaque watercolor, gold on paper Margins: Ink and gold on dyed paper |
| Dimensions | 7.5 in. high 7.62 in. wide (19.1 cm high 19.4 cm wide) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | The Grinnell Collection, Bequest of William Milne Grinnell, 1920 |
| Date | ca. 1430–40 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: India. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses "Rustam Seizes Afrasiyab by the Girdle and Lifts him from the Saddle", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings)?
"Rustam Seizes Afrasiyab by the Girdle and Lifts him from the Saddle", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was "Rustam Seizes Afrasiyab by the Girdle and Lifts him from the Saddle", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) created?
"Rustam Seizes Afrasiyab by the Girdle and Lifts him from the Saddle", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) dates to ca. 1430–40.
What material is "Rustam Seizes Afrasiyab by the Girdle and Lifts him from the Saddle", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) made from?
"Rustam Seizes Afrasiyab by the Girdle and Lifts him from the Saddle", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is crafted from main support: ink, opaque watercolor, gold on paper margins: ink and gold on dyed paper.
Where does "Rustam Seizes Afrasiyab by the Girdle and Lifts him from the Saddle", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) originate?
"Rustam Seizes Afrasiyab by the Girdle and Lifts him from the Saddle", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) originates from India.
Is "Rustam Seizes Afrasiyab by the Girdle and Lifts him from the Saddle", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) in the public domain?
"Rustam Seizes Afrasiyab by the Girdle and Lifts him from the Saddle", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is in the public domain and can be freely used.