Islamic ArtCodicesca. 1330–40By Abu'l Qasim Firdausi
"Zal in the Simurgh's Nest", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is a codices probably Isfahan from Iran created in ca. 1330–40 using ink, opaque watercolor, gold, and silver on paper measuring Page: 8 x 5 1/8 in. (20.3 x 13 cm) Painting: 3 3/16 x 2… attributed to Abu'l Qasim Firdausi — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ink, opaque watercolor, gold, and silver on paper |
| Dimensions | Page: 8 x 5 1/8 in. (20.3 x 13 cm) Painting: 3 3/16 x 2 3/16 in. (8.1 x 5.6 cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Bequest of Monroe C. Gutman, 1974 |
| Date | ca. 1330–40 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: probably Isfahan, Iran. 
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What department houses "Zal in the Simurgh's Nest", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings)?
"Zal in the Simurgh's Nest", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was "Zal in the Simurgh's Nest", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) created?
"Zal in the Simurgh's Nest", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) dates to ca. 1330–40.
What material is "Zal in the Simurgh's Nest", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) made from?
"Zal in the Simurgh's Nest", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, gold, and silver on paper.
Where does "Zal in the Simurgh's Nest", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) originate?
"Zal in the Simurgh's Nest", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) originates from Iran.
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"Zal in the Simurgh's Nest", Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) is in the public domain and can be freely used.