Printed kalamkari hanging with musician and Persian kings, Iran qâjâr, early 20th century Off-white cotton canvas sewn in two strips with kalamkari printed decoration depicting a female musician seated on a chair and playing the târ under an arcature bordered by curtains. All around, a border punctuated with multi-lobed medallions containing portraits of Persian kings and heroes with legendary names. Among the names made famous by the Shahnameh are Gayumars, Siyamak, Faridoun, Siyavush, Afrasiyab, Kay Kavus and Kay Khosrow. 271 x 147 cm Stains, minor accidents, one repair.