"Kai Kavus Upbraids Siyavush in a Letter", Folio 174r from the Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Shah Tahmasp. Artist: Painting attributed to 'Abd al-Vahhab. Author: Abu'l Qasim Firdausi (935-1020). Dimensions: Painting: H. 11 in. (28 cm) W. 7 3/16 in. (18.3 cm)Page: H. 18 5/8 in .(47.3 cm) W. 11 11/16 in. (29.7 cm)Mat: H. 22 in. (55.9 cm) W. 16 in. (40.6 cm). Workshop director: Mir Musavvir (active 1525-60). Date: ca. 1525-30.When Rustam brings news of the peace to Kai Kavus, the shah refuses to believe the gesture is in good faith. He relieves Rustam of his command of the army and appoints Tus in his place. Kai Kavus drafts a furious letter to Siyavush, accusing his son of laziness and of scheming with Rustam to overthrow him. He urges Siyavush to recommence war with Turan. Rustam returns to Zabulistan washing his hands of Kai Kavus. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.
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