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The meeting of Zal and Rudaba from a Shahnama (Book of kings) by Firdawsi

early 14th century

Freer and Sackler Galleries

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Freer and Sackler Galleries

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Title: The meeting of Zal and Rudaba from a Shahnama (Book of kings) by Firdawsi
Date Created: early 14th century
Location: Iran
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Medium: Ink, opaque watercolor, gold and silver on paper
Historical Period: Mongol period
Credit Line: Purchase
Collection: Freer Gallery of Art

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