Islamic ArtCodicesdated 1778By Shaikh Zain al–Din (Indian)
An Orange-Headed Ground Thrush and a Death's-Head Moth on a Purple Ebony Orchid Branch is a codices Calcutta from India created in dated 1778 using opaque watercolor and ink on paper measuring Painting: H. 23.5 in. (59.7 cm) W. 31.5… attributed to Shaikh Zain al–Din (Indian) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Opaque watercolor and ink on paper |
| Dimensions | Painting: H. 23.5 in. (59.7 cm) W. 31.5 in. (80 cm) Mat: H. 30 in. (76.2 cm) W. 40 in. (101.6 cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Friends of Islamic Art Gifts, 2012 |
| Date | dated 1778 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Calcutta, India. 
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What department houses An Orange-Headed Ground Thrush and a Death's-Head Moth on a Purple Ebony Orchid Branch?
An Orange-Headed Ground Thrush and a Death's-Head Moth on a Purple Ebony Orchid Branch is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was An Orange-Headed Ground Thrush and a Death's-Head Moth on a Purple Ebony Orchid Branch created?
An Orange-Headed Ground Thrush and a Death's-Head Moth on a Purple Ebony Orchid Branch dates to dated 1778.
What material is An Orange-Headed Ground Thrush and a Death's-Head Moth on a Purple Ebony Orchid Branch made from?
An Orange-Headed Ground Thrush and a Death's-Head Moth on a Purple Ebony Orchid Branch is crafted from opaque watercolor and ink on paper.
Where does An Orange-Headed Ground Thrush and a Death's-Head Moth on a Purple Ebony Orchid Branch originate?
An Orange-Headed Ground Thrush and a Death's-Head Moth on a Purple Ebony Orchid Branch originates from India.
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An Orange-Headed Ground Thrush and a Death's-Head Moth on a Purple Ebony Orchid Branch is in the public domain and can be freely used.