Islamic ArtCodicesmid-17th centuryAscetic Riding a Nag is a codices Bijapur from India created in mid-17th century using marbling, ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring Image: 4 1/2 × 6 1/2 in. (11.5 × 16.5 cm) Frame: 20 1/8 ×… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Marbling, ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper |
| Dimensions | Image: 4 1/2 × 6 1/2 in. (11.5 × 16.5 cm) Frame: 20 1/8 × 25 1/8 × 1 1/2 in. (51.1 × 63.8 × 3.8 cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | The Morgan Library & Museum, New York |
| Date | mid-17th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Bijapur, Deccan, India. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Ascetic Riding a Nag?
Ascetic Riding a Nag is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Ascetic Riding a Nag created?
Ascetic Riding a Nag dates to mid-17th century.
What material is Ascetic Riding a Nag made from?
Ascetic Riding a Nag is crafted from marbling, ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.
Where does Ascetic Riding a Nag originate?
Ascetic Riding a Nag originates from India.
Is Ascetic Riding a Nag in the public domain?
Ascetic Riding a Nag 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