Mozaffar al -Din Shah ride on tricycle; The integration of tradition and modernity in the Qajar era

Mozaffar al -Din Shah, known for issuing constitutional decree and numerous trips to Europe, was one of the first kings to be interested in modern technologies and tools.

This image not only reflects his lifestyle and recreation, but also represents part of the social and cultural history of the Qajar era. In this picture, the Shah is wearing a traditional dress and wearing a hat with the symbol of the lion and the sun.

The king’s sitting and direct look at the camera shows his awareness of the photography and interest of the Qajar kings in capturing images; In fact, the Qajars were one of the first supporters of photography in Iran.