"The Murder of Iraj," Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi 1475 - 1499
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yellowing
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aged paper
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pastel soft colours
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yellowing background
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death
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traditional media
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joyful generate happy emotion
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retro 'vintage design
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children publication design
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men
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soft and bright colour
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islamic-art
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watercolour bleed
"The Murder of Iraj," a folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi, is a 15th-century illuminated manuscript depicting a scene from the epic Persian poem, Shahnameh, by Abu'l Qasim Firdausi. The illustration depicts the assassination of Iraj, a prince in the early history of Persia. Created in the style of the Timurid period, the miniature painting showcases vibrant colors and intricate details, portraying a scene of drama and tragedy within the Shahnameh's historical narrative. This folio, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers a glimpse into the rich visual culture of 15th-century Persia.
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