Islamic ArtCodicesca. 1425By Hafiz-i Abru
"Alexander the Great and Dying Darius", Folio from a Majma' al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Histories) of Hafiz-i Abru is a codices Herat from Afghanistan created in ca. 1425 using opaque watercolor, silver, and gold on brownish paper measuring 17 x 13in. (43.2 x 33cm) attributed to Hafiz-i Abru — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Opaque watercolor, silver, and gold on brownish paper |
| Dimensions | 17 x 13in. (43.2 x 33cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Joseph Pulitzer Bequest, 1952 |
| Date | ca. 1425 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Herat, Afghanistan. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses "Alexander the Great and Dying Darius", Folio from a Majma' al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Histories) of Hafiz-i Abru?
"Alexander the Great and Dying Darius", Folio from a Majma' al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Histories) of Hafiz-i Abru is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was "Alexander the Great and Dying Darius", Folio from a Majma' al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Histories) of Hafiz-i Abru created?
"Alexander the Great and Dying Darius", Folio from a Majma' al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Histories) of Hafiz-i Abru dates to ca. 1425.
What material is "Alexander the Great and Dying Darius", Folio from a Majma' al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Histories) of Hafiz-i Abru made from?
"Alexander the Great and Dying Darius", Folio from a Majma' al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Histories) of Hafiz-i Abru is crafted from opaque watercolor, silver, and gold on brownish paper.
Where does "Alexander the Great and Dying Darius", Folio from a Majma' al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Histories) of Hafiz-i Abru originate?
"Alexander the Great and Dying Darius", Folio from a Majma' al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Histories) of Hafiz-i Abru originates from Afghanistan.
Is "Alexander the Great and Dying Darius", Folio from a Majma' al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Histories) of Hafiz-i Abru in the public domain?
"Alexander the Great and Dying Darius", Folio from a Majma' al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Histories) of Hafiz-i Abru is in the public domain and can be freely used.