The Court of Faridun

The primary color used in this painting is?

• Yellow

• Red

• Blue

• Green

In which century was "The Court of Faridun" created?

• 15th century

• 16th century

• 17th century

• 18th century

What is the primary medium used in "The Court of Faridun"?

• Oil on canvas

• Opaque watercolor and gold on paper

• Tempera on wood

• Bronze

In which institution is "The Court of Faridun" currently housed

• The Louvre

• The British Museum

• The Metropolitan Museum of Art

• The Khalili Collections, London

Considering the title and the 16th-century creation date, what cultural tradition is "The Court of Faridun" most likely to be a part of?

• European Renaissance

• Chinese landscape painting

• Islamic art

• Aztec sculpture

What colors are most prominent in the artwork? How does the artist use color to draw attention to specific elements?

• Black and white are the dominant colors, with minimal use of other hues.

• Earthy tones like browns and greens dominate, creating a muted atmosphere.

• The artwork is a vibrant explosion of color, with no clear focus on specific elements.

• The artist uses contrasting colors like blue and gold to highlight important figures or objects

What is the mood or atmosphere of the artwork? Does it feel peaceful, chaotic, joyful, or something else?

• The artwork conveys a sense of chaos and disorder

• The figures and their expressions suggest a joyful celebration.

• The scene is peaceful and serene, with a sense of calmness.

• The overall atmosphere is one of formality and order

The Shahnameh narrates the history of which region?

• Mesopotamia

• Greece

• Iran

• Egypt

From the passage, what can we infer about the artist, Qadimi?

• He was the first artist to illustrate the Shahnameh.

• He primarily focused on religious artwork.

• He was a leading figure in creating Shahnameh miniatures during a specific period

• He worked outside the Safavid era.

Why was the Shahnameh a popular topic for miniature painting during the Safavid era (1501-1736)

• It promoted a specific religious ideology.

• It celebrated the history and cultural heritage of the region.

• It provided a platform for social commentary.

• . It reflected the artistic trends of neighboring empires.