"Zahhak Brought as a Prisoner before Faridun", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings)
Flag of IranIslamic ArtCodiceslast quarter 15th century

By Abu'l Qasim Firdausi

"Zahhak Brought as a Prisoner before Faridun", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is a codices Shiraz from Iran created in last quarter 15th century using ink, opaque watercolor, gold, and silver on paper measuring 5.25 in. high 5.75 in. wide (13.3 cm high 14.6 cm wide) attributed to Abu'l Qasim Firdausi — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumInk, opaque watercolor, gold, and silver on paper
Dimensions5.25 in. high 5.75 in. wide (13.3 cm high 14.6 cm wide)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineGift of Richard Ettinghausen, 1975
Datelast quarter 15th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Shiraz, Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses "Zahhak Brought as a Prisoner before Faridun", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings)?

"Zahhak Brought as a Prisoner before Faridun", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was "Zahhak Brought as a Prisoner before Faridun", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) created?

"Zahhak Brought as a Prisoner before Faridun", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) dates to last quarter 15th century.

What material is "Zahhak Brought as a Prisoner before Faridun", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) made from?

"Zahhak Brought as a Prisoner before Faridun", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, gold, and silver on paper.

Where does "Zahhak Brought as a Prisoner before Faridun", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) originate?

"Zahhak Brought as a Prisoner before Faridun", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) originates from Iran.

Is "Zahhak Brought as a Prisoner before Faridun", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) in the public domain?

"Zahhak Brought as a Prisoner before Faridun", 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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