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"The Murder of Iraj," Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi

Author Abu'l Qasim Firdausi Iranian
late 15th century
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  • Title: "The Murder of Iraj," Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi
  • Author: Abu'l Qasim Firdausi (Iranian, Paj ca. 940/41–1020 Tus)
  • Date: late 15th century
  • Geography: Country of Origin Iran
  • Medium: Ink, watercolor, and gold on paper
  • Classification: Codices
  • Credit Line: Bequest of Carolyn Kane, 2015
  • Object Number: 2015.796.48
  • Curatorial Department: Islamic Art
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