"Bahram Gur on the Chase", Folio 10r from a Haft Paikar (Seven Portraits) of the Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami of Ganja 1405 - 1455

"Bahram Gur on the Chase", a folio from a 15th-century illustrated manuscript of Nizami's *Haft Paikar*, depicts the legendary Sasanian king Bahram Gur hunting a lion. The miniature, painted in the style of the Timurid period, uses fine lines and vibrant colors to depict the scene, with a backdrop of a rocky landscape and stylized trees. Bahram Gur is prominently featured, riding his horse, a lance in hand, showcasing the power and majesty of the king. The surrounding figures, likely members of his entourage, add to the narrative, while the inscription at the top of the page provides context and likely quotes from the *Haft Paikar* itself. This artwork serves as a window into the art of manuscript illumination and the rich cultural history of Persia.