"Kai Khusrau Rides Bihzad for the First Time", Folio 212r from the Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Shah Tahmasp

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Kai Khusrau Rides Bihzad for the First Time', Folio 212r from the Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Shah Tahmasp, ca. 1525–30, Made in Iran, Tabriz, Opaque watercolor, ink, silver, and gold on paper, Painting: H. 11 1/8 in. ( cm), Codices, Painting attributed to Qasim ibn 'Ali (active ca. 1525–60), Giv and Kai Khusrau travel to Siyavushgird to tell Farangis their plans. They first need to find Bihzad, Siyavush's mount, who has been allowed to run wild in the mountains since his master's death. When they find Bihzad, the horse allows Kai Khusrau, who is carrying his old saddle, to put it on and mount

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