"The Fire Ordeal of Siyavush", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi
Flag of IranIslamic ArtCodices1482

By Abu'l Qasim Firdausi

"The Fire Ordeal of Siyavush", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi is a codices probably Shiraz from Iran created in 1482 using ink, watercolor, and gold on paper measuring 12 3/16 x 7 15/16in. (31 x 20.2cm) 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
Dimensions12 3/16 x 7 15/16in. (31 x 20.2cm)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1945
Date1482

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: probably Shiraz, Iran. Flag of Iran

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What department houses "The Fire Ordeal of Siyavush", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi?

"The Fire Ordeal of Siyavush", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was "The Fire Ordeal of Siyavush", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi created?

"The Fire Ordeal of Siyavush", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi dates to 1482.

What material is "The Fire Ordeal of Siyavush", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi made from?

"The Fire Ordeal of Siyavush", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi is crafted from ink, watercolor, and gold on paper.

Where does "The Fire Ordeal of Siyavush", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi originate?

"The Fire Ordeal of Siyavush", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi originates from Iran.

Is "The Fire Ordeal of Siyavush", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi in the public domain?

"The Fire Ordeal of Siyavush", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi 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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