"Kai Khusrau Rides Bihzad for the First Time", Folio 212r from the Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Shah Tahmasp 1500 - 1555
abulqasimfirdausi
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aged paper
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toned paper
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water colours
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pastel soft colours
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traditional media
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bird
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collage layering style
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personal sketchbook
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horse
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men
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islamic-art
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watercolour bleed
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
"Kai Khusrau Rides Bihzad for the First Time" is a folio from the Shahnama, a Persian epic poem written by Abu'l Qasim Firdausi in the 10th and 11th centuries. This particular folio, created between 1500 and 1555, depicts the legendary hero, Kai Khusrau, riding his horse Bihzad for the first time. The illustration is characterized by its vivid colors and intricate details, showcasing the beauty of Persian miniature painting during the Safavid era. This artwork is considered to be a masterpiece of Islamic art and is currently on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
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