Marble Throne, Royal throne in District 12, Tehran, Iran
The Marble Throne is constructed from 65 pieces of Yazd marble and features an ornate supporting structure carved with human figures, fairies, and demons. The seat stands about 100 centimeters high and sits within the Golestan Palace complex as a centerpiece of the royal chambers.
The throne was built between 1747 and 1751 under the direction of Mirza Baba Shirazi and stonecutter Mohammad Ebrahim Esfahani. It soon became the centerpiece of royal ceremonies in the Persian realm.
The throne blends Persian artistic traditions with royal authority through skilled stonework and carved figures of people, celestial beings, and mythical creatures. These details reveal the artistic values that mattered most during the empire's height.
The throne is located inside the Golestan Palace and can be viewed during visits to the complex. Guided tours at the site help explain the intricate stonework and its role in royal history.
Two massive stone columns that support the throne's balcony were transported from Shiraz to Tehran by order of Agha Mohammad Khan. This long journey shows how much effort rulers invested to complete the royal residence.
Location: Tehran County
Inception: 1806
Height: 100 cm
Made from material: marble
Part of: Iwan of Marble Throne, Golestan Palace
GPS coordinates: 35.68028,51.41950
Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:01
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