http://collection.shangrilahawaii.org/internal/media/dispatcher/57224/full“Rustam Battling Shaghad”1520Leaf: 11 1/2 x 7 1/4 in. (29.2 x 18.4 cm)
Miniature: 8 1/2 x 4 5/8 in.Gouache painting, gold, and ink on paperCourtesy of the Doris Duke Foundation for Islamic Art11.6.20This is the death of Rustam, lured into a pit lined with poisoned spears by his jealous half-brother Shaghad. As he and his faithful steed Rakhsh are dying, Rustam’s last act is of vengeance and justice: he lets fly an arrow to cut down his murderer.Paintings18.400000000029.20000000001645703904