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Rustam Approaching the Tents of King Kubad... between 1550 and 1575. Creators: Unknown, Ferdowsi
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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
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Abu Ol Qasem Mansur Abul Qasim Firdausi Book Of Kings Epic Of Kings Epic Poem Ferdowsi Ferdowsi Abu Ol Qasem Mansur Firdausi Firdausi Firdawsi Firdaws¯i Hero Heroic Heroism Ink Opaque Watercolor And Gold On Paper Iran Iranian Islamic Art Middle Eastern Persia Persian Poem Rustam Shah Nameh Shahnama Shahnamah Shahnameh Shiraz Tent Tents Rustum
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Rustam Approaching the Tents of King Kubad
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is a stunning and intricately detailed illustration from a 16th century Persian manuscript of the epic poem "Shahnama" or "Book of Kings" by Abu'l-Qasim Firdawsī. The scene depicts the hero Rustam, a central figure in Persian mythology and literature, approaching the tents of King Kubad, who is depicted on the adjacent page. The illustration is a masterpiece of Islamic art, created using ink opaque watercolor and gold on paper. The image captures the heroic spirit and grandeur of the epic poem, with Rustam depicted as a powerful and imposing figure on horseback, surrounded by a retinue of loyal soldiers and animals. The king's tents are adorned with intricate patterns and rich colors, reflecting the wealth and power of the monarch. The scene is set against a backdrop of a beautiful and verdant landscape, with rolling hills and a clear blue sky. The illustration is a testament to the enduring legacy of Persian literature and art, and provides a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Middle East during the Islamic period. The exact creator of the illustration is unknown, but it is believed to have been produced in Shiraz, Persia, between 1550 and 1575. Today, this precious manuscript is housed in the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, where it continues to inspire and captivate audiences from around the world. The image invites us to explore the epic tale of Rustam and King Kubad, and to marvel at the beauty and intricacy of this remarkable work of art.
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