"Bahram Gur Advances by Stealth against the Khaqan," Folio 577v from the Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Shah Tahmasp 1505 - 1560
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pastel soft colours
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comic strip
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traditional media
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joyful generate happy emotion
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illustrative and welcoming imagery
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collage layout
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horse
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men
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"Bahram Gur Advances by Stealth against the Khaqan," is a miniature painting from the Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Shah Tahmasp, created between 1505 and 1560. The illustration, attributed to the artist Abu'l Qasim Firdausi, depicts a pivotal moment in the epic Persian poem where the Sasanian king Bahram Gur, using cunning tactics, attacks his adversary, the Khaqan, to seize victory. This folio, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, exemplifies the intricate detail and vibrant colors characteristic of Safavid art, offering viewers a glimpse into the rich history and artistic traditions of Persia.
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