Fars Collection

Audience of Darius I. Persian art
DARIUS I the Great (550 BC-486BC). Persian Emperor (522-486 BC) of the Achaemenid dynasty. Representation of the king on his throne during hearing with officers Medes. Treasury Hall of the palace

Iskander Comforts the Dying Darius, 1590. Creator: Unknown
Iskander Comforts the Dying Darius, 1590

Inlaid bowl, Fars, Persia (silver, gold & brass)
CH448374 Inlaid bowl, Fars, Persia (silver, gold & brass) by Persian School, (14th century); diam: 12 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Persian, out of copyright

Open-winged bird of prey, from upper face of a large vessel, Fasa ware, c
BOO179130 Open-winged bird of prey, from upper face of a large vessel, Fasa ware, c.2000 BC (painted clay) (detail) (see also 179137) by Elamite, (4000-650 BC); Pars Museum, Shiraz, Iran; Iranian

Vessel depicting an open-winged bird of prey and other animals, Fasa Ware, c
BOO179137 Vessel depicting an open-winged bird of prey and other animals, Fasa Ware, c.2000 BC (clay) (see 179130 for detail) by Elamite, (4000-650 BC); height: 43.2 cm; Pars Museum, Shiraz

South Window by Valentin Bousch, 1520-1527 and the Church Fathers
1278697 South Window by Valentin Bousch, 1520-1527 and the Church Fathers, Saints and early Bishops of Metz (stained glass) by French School, (16th century); Eglise Saint Julien

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Afshin Azizi

(12) [Persepolis, (W: before restoration), 1840s-60s. Creator: Luigi Pesce
(12) [Persepolis, (W: before restoration), 1840s-60s

(3) [Persepolis (?)], 1840s-60s. Creator: Luigi Pesce
(3) [Persepolis (?)], 1840s-60s

Tomba sulla rocca a Persepolis, 1858. Creator: Luigi Pesce
Tomba sulla rocca a Persepolis, 1858

(5) [Persepolis], 1840s-60s. Creator: Luigi Pesce
(5) [Persepolis], 1840s-60s

Porta d entrata alla ruine de Persepolis, 1858. Creator: Luigi Pesce
Porta d entrata alla ruine de Persepolis, 1858

(10) [Gate of all Nations, Persepolis, Fars], 1840s-60s. Creator: Luigi Pesce
(10) [Gate of all Nations, Persepolis, Fars], 1840s-60s

Veduta generale di Persepolis presa dalla Montagna, 1858. Creator: Luigi Pesce
Veduta generale di Persepolis presa dalla Montagna, 1858

(6) [Naksh-i Rustam, Near Persepolis], 1840s-60s. Creator: Luigi Pesce
(6) [Naksh-i Rustam, Near Persepolis], 1840s-60s

(15) [Gate of all Nations, Persepolis, Fars], 1840s-60s. Creator: Luigi Pesce
(15) [Gate of all Nations, Persepolis, Fars], 1840s-60s

(11) [Naksh-i Rustam], 1840s-60s. Creator: Luigi Pesce
(11) [Naksh-i Rustam], 1840s-60s

(4) [Naksh-i Rustam, Near Persepolis], 1840s-60s. Creator: Luigi Pesce
(4) [Naksh-i Rustam, Near Persepolis], 1840s-60s

(9) Untitled, 1840s-60s. Creator: Luigi Pesce
(9) Untitled, 1840s-60s

Ruine sulla terza terazza, Persepolis, 1858. Creator: Luigi Pesce
Ruine sulla terza terazza, Persepolis, 1858

(16) [Apadana Hall Eastern Stairway, Persepolis, Fars], 1840s-60s

L antica porta d ingrezza a Persepolis], 1858. Creator: Luigi Pesce
L antica porta d ingrezza a Persepolis], 1858

[Persepolis], 1850s. Creator: Luigi Pesce
[Persepolis], 1850s

(13) [Persepolis], 1840s-60s. Creator: Luigi Pesce
(13) [Persepolis], 1840s-60s

(2) [Persepolis], 1840s-60s. Creator: Luigi Pesce
(2) [Persepolis], 1840s-60s

(17) Untitled, 1840s-60s. Creator: Luigi Pesce
(17) Untitled, 1840s-60s

Ruins of Qatruyeh castle, Qatruyeh, Fars Province, Iran, Middle East

Cyrus the Great Tomb, Pasargadae, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Fars Province, Iran, Middle East

Tomb of Cyrus, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Tomb of Cyrus, 1890. Lime stone tomb of Cyrus II (c600-530BC), founder of the Achaemenid Empire, the first Persian Empire in his capital city of Pasargadae. A UNESCO World Heritage Site

Ruins at Persepolis, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Ruins at Persepolis, 1890. Persepolis, ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire, the ruins of Persepolis are a World Heritage Site. From " Cassells Illustrated Universal History, Vol

Tomb of Cyrus the Great, Pasargadae, Iran. Cyrus II, known as the Great (c585-c529 BC), was the founder of the Persian Achaemenid empire

Valerian at the feet of Sapor, Royal Tombs at Naksh-I-Rustem, Persepolis, Iran, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XVII

Stone relief from the doorway to the Hall of 100 Columns, Persepolis, South Iran, c500 BC. Relief carving from the Palace of Darius I (548-486 BC), Achaemenid king of Persia

Ahura Mazda, Persepolis, c500 BC
Ahura Mazda (c-500). Winged symbol of Ahura Mazda (Ormazd, Ormuzd, Ohrmazd), Lord of Wisdom, supreme god of the Zorastrian (Zarathustrian) religion of Persia

IRAN. Naqsh-e Rustam. The Roman emperor Valerianus kneeling before Shapur I after the battle of Edessa (260). Persian art. Sasanian art. Relief

Iran. Persepolis. Apadana
Palace of Darius I. Apadana or Audience Hall. 6th c. BC. IRAN. FARS. Persepolis. Apadana or Audience Hall of Darius I. Persian art. Achaemenid period

Darius I on his throne. Persian Art
DARIUS I the Great (550 BC-486BC). Persian Emperor (522-486 BC) of the Achaemenid dynasty. Representation of the king on his throne. Persian art. Achaemenid period. Relief on rock. IRAN. Tehran

Iran. City of Persepolis. The Gate of all Nations or Xerxus Gateway. Detail Lamassu. Assyrian protective deity. Bulls body and humans head

Palace of Darius I. Apadana or Audience Hall. 6th c. BC. IRAN. Persepolis. Detail of capital of column capital with protome bull shaped. High relief. Persian art. Achaemenid period. Sculpture on rock

Tomb of Darius I the Great. 6th c. BC. IRAN. Persepolis. In the upper relief is represented the people who worship the god Ahura Mazda before the altar of fire. Persian art. Achaemenid period

IRAN. Persepolis. Palace of Darius. Relief of Darius I the Great sitting on his throne with dignitaries, 521 BC. Persian art. Relief on rock

IRAN. Naqsh-e Rustam. Roman Emperor Valerian yields himself to the Persian king Shapur I after the battle of Edessa (259). Persian art. Sasanian art. Relief

Tomb of Artaxerxes I of Persia. Naqs-e Rustam. Iran
Artaxerxes I. King of Persia (465 BC-424 BC). Tomb of the King at Naqs-e Rustam. Islamic Republic of Iran

Persepolis. Relief of the stairs of the Apadana. Detail. Del
Persian Art. Achaemenid Empire (550-330 BC). Persepolis. Relief of the stairs of the Apadana. Detail. Delegation: Bactria offering

IRAN. Persepolis. Apadana or Audience Hall of Darius I. Cort觥 of Babylonians delivering to the king vases full of gold and silver. Decorations of the eastern side of the staircase

Tomb of Artaxerxes II. ca. 358 BC. IRAN. FARS. Naqsh-e Rustam. Artaxerxes II tomb. Persian art. Achaemenid period

IRAN. FARS. Naqsh-e Rustam. Necropolis with tombs carved into the rock of the Achaemenid Persian kings Darius I, Xerxes I and Artaxerxes. Persian art. Achaemenid period. Architecture

Head of Achaemenid Prince. 5th C. BC - 4th C. BC. Lapis lazuli. Persian art. Achaemenid period. Sculpture. IRAN. Tehran. Archaeological Museum. Proc: IRAN. FARS. Persepolis

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"Fars: A Glimpse into the Majestic Persian Empire" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of ancient Persia, as we explore Fars, a region rich with historical significance. This enchanting land was once home to the great Darius I, an influential ruler who held court with grace and power. Intricate Persian art adorns every corner of this mesmerizing landscape. From Naqsh-e Rustam, where the Roman emperor Valerianus met his fate at the hands of Persian might, to Persepolis' majestic Gate of all Nations or Xerxus - each structure tells a tale of grandeur and opulence. The Palace of Darius I stands tall as a testament to his reign. The Apadana or Audience Hall within its walls witnessed countless royal gatherings and diplomatic exchanges. Here, Darius I sat upon his throne surrounded by breathtaking artwork that showcased the mastery of Persian artisans. Persepolis itself is a treasure trove for history enthusiasts. Its sprawling complex houses remarkable reliefs depicting scenes from Darius's life - capturing moments like Iskander comforting the dying king himself. These intricate carvings offer glimpses into their lives and bring us closer to understanding their world. Beyond politics and royalty lies another facet - its craftsmanship. Delicate silver, gold, and brass inlays on an exquisite bowl from this region showcase the incredible skill possessed by Persian artisans centuries ago. Even vessels adorned with open-winged birds evoke a sense of awe at their beauty. Yet amidst all these tales from antiquity lies one that tugs at our heartstrings – that of King F─ürs unknowingly purchasing his own son as a slave from a merchant in Lights of Canopus (1847). This poignant story reminds us that even amidst empires and grandeur, human emotions remain universal throughout time.