'Nushirvan Promulgates His Reforms', Folio 602v from the Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Shah Tahmasp, ca. 1530–35, Made in Iran, Tabriz, Opaque watercolor, ink, silver, and gold on paper, Painting: H. 10 5/8 x W. 8 1/8 in. (H. 27 x W. 20.6 cm), Codices, Painting attributed to Muzaffar 'Ali (active late 1520s–70s; d. ca. 1576), Nushirvan (r. 531–79) became known for the reforms he instituted, especially in the system of taxation. Here he dictates to a scribe a letter to his agents, outlining the new system and also setting forth principles of conduct: judiciousness and absolute scrupulousness in the administration of their duties
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