"Throne Scene", Folio from a Majma al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Histories)
Flag of IranIslamic ArtCodicesca. 1425

By Hafiz-i Abru

"Throne Scene", Folio from a Majma al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Histories) is a codices from Iran created in ca. 1425 using opaque watercolor, silver, and gold on paper measuring 15 5/8 x 12 1/2in. (39.7 x 31.8cm) attributed to Hafiz-i Abru — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumOpaque watercolor, silver, and gold on paper
Dimensions15 5/8 x 12 1/2in. (39.7 x 31.8cm)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineCora Timken Burnett Collection of Persian Miniatures and Other Persian Art Objects, Bequest of Cora Timken Burnett, 1956
Dateca. 1425

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Origin: Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses "Throne Scene", Folio from a Majma al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Histories)?

"Throne Scene", Folio from a Majma al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Histories) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was "Throne Scene", Folio from a Majma al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Histories) created?

"Throne Scene", Folio from a Majma al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Histories) dates to ca. 1425.

What material is "Throne Scene", Folio from a Majma al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Histories) made from?

"Throne Scene", Folio from a Majma al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Histories) is crafted from opaque watercolor, silver, and gold on paper.

Where does "Throne Scene", Folio from a Majma al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Histories) originate?

"Throne Scene", Folio from a Majma al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Histories) originates from Iran.

Is "Throne Scene", Folio from a Majma al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Histories) in the public domain?

"Throne Scene", Folio from a Majma al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Histories) 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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