Islamic ArtCodices1482By 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
| Medium | Ink, watercolor, and gold on paper |
| Dimensions | 12 3/16 x 7 15/16in. (31 x 20.2cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1945 |
| Date | 1482 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: probably Shiraz, 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.
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