Battle Between Forces of Persia and Turan, illustration from Shahnama (Book of Kings), written by Abu'l-Qasim Manur Firdawsi

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Battle scene between the forces of Persia and Turan with soldiers wearing colorful patterned uniforms and horses and elephants sporting dazzling armor. Fortified dwellings and large trees appear in the background.

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Creator: Unknown. 1396.

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Battle scene between the forces of Persia and Turan with soldiers wearing colorful patterned uniforms and horses and elephants sporting dazzling armor. Fortified dwellings and large trees appear in the background.

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  • 1396

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  • June 15, 2011, 10:45 a.m.

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Battle Between Forces of Persia and Turan, illustration from Shahnama (Book of Kings), written by Abu'l-Qasim Manur Firdawsi, artwork, 1396; Wheat Ridge, Colorado. (digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc36421/: accessed July 26, 2017), University of North Texas Libraries, Digital Library, digital.library.unt.edu; crediting UNT College of Visual Arts + Design.