Illustration to a poem by Firdausi 'Shahnameh' 1934

Martiros Sarian's 1934 black and white illustration, depicting a horseback archer pursuing a herd of deer, is an evocative portrayal of a scene from the epic Persian poem 'Shahnameh' by Firdausi. The dynamic composition with its simplified lines and bold silhouettes emphasizes the movement and energy of the scene. This illustration, created in the artist's later years, demonstrates Sarian's continuing interest in Armenian folk traditions and the power of storytelling through visual art.