We do not approve overall. There was a period in Persian history where depictions were made. Modern Muslims reject them as they go against our very basic standard of not making images that can inspire worship, as only Allah should be worshipped. I was surprised to see such an image in this article and feel, as a Muslim, it is unnecessary and insensitive. Plus, it would make many Muslim readers automatically reject reading the article. I don't understand why the author would choose to do that. I also find it telling that he has never chosen to respond to your comment even after 3 years.