Siyavush on His Horse Hitting a Rolling Target (recto) and Persian verses (verso), from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi (940–1019 or 1025)

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A prince from Iran’s early legendary history, Siyavush was sent by his father, the shah, to train under the great warrior Rustam in the arts of hunting, archery, and horseback riding. In this painting, Siyavush demonstrates his considerable skill by hitting the bulls eye on a...

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