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Title
Alexander Mourns the Death of the Persian King, Darius III, from a manuscript of the History of Nigaristan (Kitab-i Nigaristan) by Ahmad Muhammad Ghaffari (d. 1567/8), Iran, probably Shiraz, 1573-74 CE / 980 AH, Ink, gold, and opaque watercolour on paper, AKM272
Description
Eskandar, in the Persian tradition, was depicted as not just a Macedonian prince but also a descendent of Iranian kings. This page from the Kitab-i Nigaristan, a collection of historical anecdotes, shows Alexander kneeling beside his dying opponent, King Darius, in a scene of conquest and fraternal love. The two men at bottom left, bound and with their headgear removed, had attacked their own king believing that Alexander would reward them; instead, he has them killed for their treacherous act.
Creator
Ahmad Muhammad Ghaffari (d. 1567/8)
Publisher
Aga Khan Museum
Date
1573-74 CE / 980 AH
Contributor
Aga Khan Museum
Rights
Aga Khan Museum
Format
Materials: Ink, gold, and opaque watercolour on paper
Language
Persian
Identifier
AKM272
Coverage
Iran, probably Shiraz
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