Islamic ArtCodicesA.H. 892/A.D. 1486By Farid al-Din `Attar
"Allusion to Sura 27:16", Folio from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) is a codices Herat from present-day Afghanistan created in A.H. 892/A.D. 1486 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring 15 1/2 x 8in. (39.4 x 20.3cm) attributed to Farid al-Din `Attar — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper |
| Dimensions | 15 1/2 x 8in. (39.4 x 20.3cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Fletcher Fund, 1963 |
| Date | A.H. 892/A.D. 1486 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Herat, present-day Afghanistan. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses "Allusion to Sura 27:16", Folio from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds)?
"Allusion to Sura 27:16", Folio from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was "Allusion to Sura 27:16", Folio from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) created?
"Allusion to Sura 27:16", Folio from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) dates to A.H. 892/A.D. 1486.
What material is "Allusion to Sura 27:16", Folio from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) made from?
"Allusion to Sura 27:16", Folio from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.
Where does "Allusion to Sura 27:16", Folio from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) originate?
"Allusion to Sura 27:16", Folio from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) originates from present-day Afghanistan.
Is "Allusion to Sura 27:16", Folio from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) in the public domain?
"Allusion to Sura 27:16", Folio from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) is in the public domain and can be freely used.