"Rustam Slays Esfandiyar", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings)
Flag of IranIslamic ArtCodices1666–67

By Abu'l Qasim Firdausi|Mu'in Musavvir

"Rustam Slays Esfandiyar", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is a codices Isfahan from Iran created in 1666–67 using ink, opaque watercolor, silver, and gold on paper measuring 13.5 in. high 8.75 in. wide (34.3 cm high 22.2 cm wide) attributed to Abu'l Qasim Firdausi|Mu'in Musavvir — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumInk, opaque watercolor, silver, and gold on paper
Dimensions13.5 in. high 8.75 in. wide (34.3 cm high 22.2 cm wide)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineGift of Richard Ettinghausen, 1975
Date1666–67

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Isfahan, Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses "Rustam Slays Esfandiyar", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings)?

"Rustam Slays Esfandiyar", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was "Rustam Slays Esfandiyar", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) created?

"Rustam Slays Esfandiyar", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) dates to 1666–67.

What material is "Rustam Slays Esfandiyar", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) made from?

"Rustam Slays Esfandiyar", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, silver, and gold on paper.

Where does "Rustam Slays Esfandiyar", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) originate?

"Rustam Slays Esfandiyar", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) originates from Iran.

Is "Rustam Slays Esfandiyar", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) in the public domain?

"Rustam Slays Esfandiyar", 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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