The enthroned ruler is a favorite theme in late Seljuq and post-Seljuq art. Surrounding him here are attendants and horsemen hunting with falcons and trained cheetahs—imagery associated with kingship and aimed at augmenting its potency. Peacocks were also considered regal because of the astral symbolism of their feathers’ “eyes” and were commonplace in royal gardens due to their presumed presence in Paradise. A popular belief associating rulers with blessings may explain the appeal of such imagery on objects used beyond the realm of the court.