"Bahram Gur in the Yellow Palace on Sunday", Folio 213 from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami of Ganja 1500 - 1550

This miniature painting, "Bahram Gur in the Yellow Palace on Sunday," is a folio from a 16th-century illustrated manuscript of Nizami's *Khamsa* (Quintet). The *Khamsa* is a collection of five epic poems by the 12th-century Persian poet Nizami. This scene, painted in a vibrant palette of gold, blue, and green, depicts the Sasanian king Bahram Gur in a lavish palace setting, surrounded by courtiers and attendants. The miniature exemplifies the intricate detail and vibrant colors characteristic of Persian manuscript illumination. The painting is a testament to the enduring legacy of Nizami’s work and the exquisite artistry of Persian miniature painting.