"The Story of Zahhak and His Father," Page from a Manuscript of the Shahnama (Book of Kings) by Firdawsi (d. 1020)

17th century

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Caption

"The Story of Zahhak and His Father," Page from a Manuscript of the Shahnama (Book of Kings) by Firdawsi (d. 1020), 17th century. Ink and gold on paper, 9 11/16 x 15 1/4 in. (24.6 x 38.7 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Gift of H. Khan Monif, 44.218.6. (Photo: Brooklyn Museum)

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Title

"The Story of Zahhak and His Father," Page from a Manuscript of the Shahnama (Book of Kings) by Firdawsi (d. 1020)

Date

17th century

Medium

Ink and gold on paper

Classification

Work on Paper

Dimensions

9 11/16 x 15 1/4 in. (24.6 x 38.7 cm)

Credit Line

Gift of H. Khan Monif

Accession Number

44.218.6

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