Ganjnameh op de berg Alvand in Iran 1843 - 1854

This lithograph, created by French artist Eugène Flandin between 1843 and 1854, depicts the Ganjnameh inscription on the Alvand mountain in Iran. The print, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, captures the rugged mountainous terrain with a focus on a waterfall and rocky outcroppings. Flandin, a renowned artist and traveler, captured the landscapes of Persia during his expeditions, offering a detailed and visually striking depiction of this important historical site. The lithograph, a popular art form in the 19th century, allows viewers to appreciate the grandeur of the Alvand mountain and the inscriptions etched into its rocky slopes.