Solomon, kalamkari printed hanging, Iran, dated 1323 H/ 1905 Large cotton canvas in two strips sewn together, printed in polychrome with a large figurative scene surrounded by a floral border and margin. In the center, Solomon is kneeling on a throne and surrounded by angels. Below, several creatures, animals (ram and dromedary), human figures (soldier and prisoner) and fantastical (divs). Facing Solomon, cartouche inscribed "Qalamkar, 1323" dating the coin to 1323 H/ 1905. Textile lining. 251 x 138 cm Stains, wear, folds, restorations. The biblical figure of Solomon also appears in several passages of the Koran. The Holy Book of Islam uses to describe him the power and wisdom that characterize him in the Old Testament, and highlights the supernatural relationship he has with the animal world, represented here by a ram and a dromedary and the invisible forces. In addition, he has a great ability to master demons, which are present several times in this work. The subject inspired many artists of the Islamic world and mainly Persian. It is found on the lid of a painted and lacquered wooden goldsmith's box in the British Museum in London (1927,0525.1), which is another example from the Qajar period. A Cotton Printed Kalamkari with Salomon, Iran, dated