"Animals (Deer?) Feeding Under Trees", Folio Fragment from a Dispersed Manuscript
Flag of EgyptIslamic ArtCodices11th–12th century

"Animals (Deer?) Feeding Under Trees", Folio Fragment from a Dispersed Manuscript is a codices Fustat from Egypt created in 11th–12th century using opaque watercolor and gold on paper measuring H. 5 13/16 in. (14.8 cm) W. 6 3/8 in. (16.2 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumOpaque watercolor and gold on paper
DimensionsH. 5 13/16 in. (14.8 cm) W. 6 3/8 in. (16.2 cm)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1954
Date11th–12th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Fustat, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses "Animals (Deer?) Feeding Under Trees", Folio Fragment from a Dispersed Manuscript?

"Animals (Deer?) Feeding Under Trees", Folio Fragment from a Dispersed Manuscript is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was "Animals (Deer?) Feeding Under Trees", Folio Fragment from a Dispersed Manuscript created?

"Animals (Deer?) Feeding Under Trees", Folio Fragment from a Dispersed Manuscript dates to 11th–12th century.

What material is "Animals (Deer?) Feeding Under Trees", Folio Fragment from a Dispersed Manuscript made from?

"Animals (Deer?) Feeding Under Trees", Folio Fragment from a Dispersed Manuscript is crafted from opaque watercolor and gold on paper.

Where does "Animals (Deer?) Feeding Under Trees", Folio Fragment from a Dispersed Manuscript originate?

"Animals (Deer?) Feeding Under Trees", Folio Fragment from a Dispersed Manuscript originates from Egypt.

Is "Animals (Deer?) Feeding Under Trees", Folio Fragment from a Dispersed Manuscript in the public domain?

"Animals (Deer?) Feeding Under Trees", Folio Fragment from a Dispersed Manuscript is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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