Islamic ArtCodicesca. 1670–1700A Bejewelled Maiden with a Parakeet is a codices Golconda from India created in ca. 1670–1700 using opaque watercolor and gold on paper measuring Image: H. 8 3/4 in. (22.2 cm) W. 12 1/2 in. (31.8 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Opaque watercolor and gold on paper |
| Dimensions | Image: H. 8 3/4 in. (22.2 cm) W. 12 1/2 in. (31.8 cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Cynthia Hazen Polsky, 2011 |
| Date | ca. 1670–1700 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Golconda, India. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses A Bejewelled Maiden with a Parakeet?
A Bejewelled Maiden with a Parakeet is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was A Bejewelled Maiden with a Parakeet created?
A Bejewelled Maiden with a Parakeet dates to ca. 1670–1700.
What material is A Bejewelled Maiden with a Parakeet made from?
A Bejewelled Maiden with a Parakeet is crafted from opaque watercolor and gold on paper.
Where does A Bejewelled Maiden with a Parakeet originate?
A Bejewelled Maiden with a Parakeet originates from India.
Is A Bejewelled Maiden with a Parakeet in the public domain?
A Bejewelled Maiden with a Parakeet is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026