Firdawsi Collection

Kay Khusraw Welcomed by his Grandfather, Kay Kaus, King of Iran (Manuscript illumination from the ep Artist)
Kay Khusraw Welcomed by his Grandfather, Kay Kaus, King of Iran (Manuscript illumination from the epic Shahname by Ferdowsi). Found in the collection of The David Collection

Mounted warriors, leaf from a Shahnama, 741 AH/AD 1341. Creator: Unknown
Mounted warriors, leaf from a Shahnama, 741 AH/AD 1341. Page from a dispersed illustrated and illuminated manuscript of Firdawsi's Shahnamah (Book of kings)

King Khusraw and Barbad, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), between 1475 and 1500. Creator: Unknown
King Khusraw and Barbad, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), between 1475 and 1500

Meeting of Two Generals, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), between 1475 and 1500. Creator: Unknown
Meeting of Two Generals, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), between 1475 and 1500

Meeting of Warriors, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), between 1620 and 1625. Creator: Unknown
Meeting of Warriors, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), between 1620 and 1625

Gorgin Leads Bishan Astray, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), between 1620 and 1623. Creator: Unknown
Gorgin Leads Bishan Astray, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), between 1620 and 1623

King Khusraw Anushirvan Enthroned: Page from a Manuscript of the Shahnama... 741 A.H. (A.D. 1341)
King Khusraw Anushirvan Enthroned: Page from a Manuscript of the Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdawsi, 741 A.H. (A.D. 1341)

Hormuz Forces His High Priest to Eat Poisoned Food... c1485-1495. Creators: Unknown, Ferdowsi
Hormuz Forces His High Priest to Eat Poisoned Food, Page from a Manuscript of the Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdawsi, Iran, Shiraz, c1485-1495. Hormuz (Hormozd IV, r)

A King Enthroned on a Terrace, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), 18th century. Creator: Unknown
A King Enthroned on a Terrace, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), 18th century

Raksh Saves Rustam from a Lioness, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), c1500. Creator: Unknown
Raksh Saves Rustam from a Lioness, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), c1500

Rustam Slays the White Div, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), 1608. Creator: Unknown
Rustam Slays the White Div, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), 1608

The Wedding of Zal and Rudaba, page from a manuscript of the Shahnama... between 1425 and 1450
The Wedding of Zal and Rudaba, page from a manuscript of the Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdawsi, between 1425 and 1450

Battle Scene and Text (recto), Text (verso), Folio from a Shahnama (Book of... early 17th century. Creator: Unknown)
Battle Scene and Text (recto), Text (verso), Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), early 17th century

Firdawsi Receiving Wages in a Bathhouse... between c1550 and c1575. Creator: Unknown
Firdawsi Receiving Wages in a Bathhouse, Page from a Manuscript of the Shahnama (Book of Kings) (image 2 of 2), between c1550 and c1575

Rustam Approaching the Tents of King Kubad... between 1550 and 1575. Creators: Unknown, Ferdowsi
Rustam Approaching the Tents of King Kubad; Page from a Manuscript of the Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdawsi (image 2 of 5), between 1550 and 1575

Qaran slays Barman. (Manuscript illumination from the epic Shahname by Ferdowsi), ca 1523-1530. Creator: Anonymous
Qaran slays Barman. (Manuscript illumination from the epic Shahname by Ferdowsi), ca 1523-1530. Found in the collection of the The Sarikhani Collection

The Bowman, frontispiece from The Epic of Kings, Stories Retold from Firdusi, 1882. Creator: Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema
The Bowman, frontispiece from The Epic of Kings, Stories Retold from Firdusi, 1882

Rustam Lassos Rakhsh, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), ca. 1450. Creator: Unknown
Rustam Lassos Rakhsh, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), ca. 1450

The Queen of Sheba and King Solomon (Manuscript illumination from the epic Shahname by Ferdowsi. Artist: Iranian master)
The Queen of Sheba and King Solomon (Manuscript illumination from the epic Shahname by Ferdowsi. Found in the collection of The David Collection

Double Title Page of a copy of the Shahnama of Firdausi, Safavid dynasty (1501-1722), c
Double Title Page of a copy of the Shahnama of Firdausi, Safavid dynasty (1501-1722), 16th century, c.1550

The Wedding Night of Anushirvan and the Khaqans Daughter (from a copy of Firdausi s
The Wedding Night of Anushirvan and the Khaqans Daughter (from a copy of Firdausis Shahnama), Safavid dynasty (1501-1722), c.1560/1570

Rustam slaying jackal, from the Shahnama of Firdausi, Ilkhanid dynasty (1256-1353), dated 1341

The Birth of Rustam, page from a copy of the Shahnama of Firdausi, Safavid dynasty (1501-1722)? dated c.1620

Zal and Rudaba in a Palace, page from a copy of the Shahnama of Firdausi, Timurid dynasty (ca. 1370-1507), 1480/90

Manuchehr Kills Tur, Manuscript from Shahnama, Safavid dynasty (1501-1722), 1580 / 1590
Manuchehr Kills Tur, Manuscript from Shahnama, Safavid dynasty (1501-1722), 16th century, dated 1580/1590

Kay Khosrow Crosses the Sea of Zareh on His Way to China, a scene from the... about 1550
Kay Khosrow Crosses the Sea of Zareh on His Way to China, a scene from the Shahnama of Firdausi, Safavid dynasty (1501-1722), about 1550

The Shahnamah of Firdausi, Mughal dynasty, late 18th century. Creator: Unknown
The Shahnamah of Firdausi, Mughal dynasty, late 18th century

A Reception at the Royal Court of Kabul, from Firdawsis Shahnama (vellum)
LRI615985 A Reception at the Royal Court of Kabul, from Firdawsis Shahnama (vellum) by Persian School; Musee Conde, Chantilly

"Rustam Pained Before Kai Kavus", Folio 146r from the Shahnama (Book of Kings
5892466 " Rustam Pained Before Kai Kavus", Folio 146r from the Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Shah Tahmasp, by Abu l Qasim Firdausi, c.1525-30 (opaque w/c, ink)

Rostam asleep, near his horse and a slaughtered leopard
LRI3725853 Rostam asleep, near his horse and a slaughtered leopard, from a manuscript of the Shahnameh, by Firdawsi (gouache on paper) by Persian School; Biblioteca Nazionale, Naples

Buzurgmihr masters the Game of Chess, c. 1300-30 (ink, opaque watercolour
6176499 Buzurgmihr masters the Game of Chess, c.1300-30 (ink, opaque watercolour and gold on paper) by Persian School, (14th century); Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

The white demon Akvan carries Rostam (or Rustam), son of Zal
LRI3725848 The white demon Akvan carries Rostam (or Rustam), son of Zal, from a manuscript of the Shahnameh, by Firdawsi (gouache on paper) by Persian School; Biblioteca Nazionale, Naples

Three Men Before a Castle, Folio from a Khavarannama (The Book of the East)... ca
Three Men Before a Castle, Folio from a Khavarannama (The Book of the East) of ibn Husam al-Din, ca. 1476-86

Rustam Slays Esfandiyar, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), 1666-67

Rustam Battles Sava, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), 15th century

Rustam Discoursing with Isfandiyar, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), dated A.H. 741/A.D. 1341

Rustams First Course: Rakhsh Kills a Lion, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), ca. 1430-40

Rustam Captures Rakhsh, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), mid-15th century

Rustam Saved by his Horse Rakhsh from an Attacking Lion, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi, late 15th century

Rustam Captures the Horse Rakhsh, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi, late 15th century

Rustam Slays the White Div, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), 1560-80

Rustam Overpowers the King of Hamavaran, Folio from a Shahnama... late 15th century
Rustam Overpowers the King of Hamavaran, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), late 15th century

Rustam Shoots His Half-brother Shaghad through a Plane Tree, Folio from... A.H. 887 / A.D
Rustam Shoots His Half-brother Shaghad through a Plane Tree, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi, dated A.H. 887/A.D. 1482

Rustam Wrestles with Puladvand, Folio from a Shahnama, 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Rustam Wrestles with Puladvand, Folio from a Shahnama, 15th century

Rustam Kills Isfandiyar with a Double Pointed Arrow, Folio from a Shahnama, 15th century

Rustam Slays Isfandiyar, Folio 466r from the Shahnama (Book of Kings)... ca. 1525-30
Rustam Slays Isfandiyar, Folio 466r from the Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Shah Tahmasp, ca. 1525-30

Rustam Avenges His Own Impending Death, Folio 472r from the Shahnama... ca. 1525-30
Rustam Avenges His Own Impending Death, Folio 472r from the Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Shah Tahmasp, ca. 1525-30

Rustam and Isfandiyar Begin Their Combat, Folio 461v from the Shahnama... ca. 1530-35
Rustam and Isfandiyar Begin Their Combat, Folio 461v from the Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Shah Tahmasp, ca. 1530-35

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"Firdawsi: Preserving the Rich Tapestry of Persian History and Mythology" Step into a world where kings and queens, heroes and heroines, come to life through the vibrant illuminations of Firdawsi's Shahnama. This epic masterpiece, written by the renowned Iranian poet Ferdowsi in the 10th century, has captivated generations with its tales of valor, love, and adventure. In one enchanting scene, we witness Kay Khusraw being warmly welcomed by his grandfather, Kay Kaus, the mighty King of Iran. The intricate manuscript illumination transports us back in time as we marvel at the skillful strokes of an Iranian master artist. Another mesmerizing page reveals the legendary encounter between King Solomon and the Queen of Sheba. Their meeting is beautifully depicted with delicate brushwork that brings out their regal presence against a backdrop adorned with gold accents. The captivating image of Kai Khusrau enthroned holding a sword showcases Firdawsi's ability to capture power and authority on paper. The ink lines dance across opaque watercolors infused with gold details – a testament to both artistic mastery and storytelling prowess. Turning another page reveals a double title page from a Safavid dynasty copy of Shahnama. Its intricate design draws us deeper into this rich tapestry as we prepare ourselves for more tales waiting to unfold. One such tale depicts Anushirvan's wedding night with the Khagan's daughter - an exquisite moment filled with romance and splendor. The colors burst forth from every corner as lovers unite under moonlit skies painted by Firdawsi’s words. Rustam slaying jackal stands as an iconic illustration from Ilkhanid dynasty manuscripts – showcasing Rustam’s unmatched strength amidst breathtaking landscapes meticulously crafted by skilled hands. Witnessing Rustam's birth on another page takes our breath away; it is here that Safavid dynasty artists bring forth life itself through their intricate brushwork and vibrant colors.