Islamic ArtCodicesdated A.H.1294/A.D. 1877By Yahya Ghaffari
A Portrait of a Man is a codices from Iran created in dated A.H.1294/A.D. 1877 using opaque watercolor and ink on paper measuring Codice: H. 11 in (28 cm) W. 7.2 in (18.3 cm) Leaf: … attributed to Yahya Ghaffari — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Opaque watercolor and ink on paper |
| Dimensions | Codice: H. 11 in (28 cm) W. 7.2 in (18.3 cm) Leaf: H. 18.7 in (47.5 cm) W. 13.6 in (34.5 cm) Frame: H. 22 5/8 in. (57.5 cm) W. 18 7/8 in. (47.9 cm) D. 7/8 in. (2.2 cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Friends of Islamic Art Gifts, 2016 |
| Date | dated A.H.1294/A.D. 1877 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses A Portrait of a Man?
A Portrait of a Man is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was A Portrait of a Man created?
A Portrait of a Man dates to dated A.H.1294/A.D. 1877.
What material is A Portrait of a Man made from?
A Portrait of a Man is crafted from opaque watercolor and ink on paper.
Where does A Portrait of a Man originate?
A Portrait of a Man originates from Iran.
Is A Portrait of a Man in the public domain?
A Portrait of a Man is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026