Fath-Ali Shah relief (Cheshmeh-Ali)

Ray County, Iran · built 1830

Fath Ali Shah inscription (‌, Katibeh-ye Fath-Ali Shah) is located in Cheshmeh-Ali in Rey, Iran. This work is one of several inscriptions made during the reign of Fath-Ali Shah Qajar. It is located north of Rey near Cheshmeh-Ali park and beneath the Rey Castle. Fath-Ali Shah is depicted on the right side of the relief, holding an eagle in his right hand and a sheathed sword in his left. In the middle of the relief, the shah is shown seated on the Sun Throne, wearing the Kiani Crown and holding a mace, while courtiers stand around him. This relief is an example of the revival of Sasanian art during the Qajar era.

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