"Asvatthama Fires the Narayana Weapon (Cosmic Fire) at the Pandavas", Folio from a Razmnama
Flag of IndiaIslamic ArtCodicesca. 1616–17

"Asvatthama Fires the Narayana Weapon (Cosmic Fire) at the Pandavas", Folio from a Razmnama is a codices from India created in ca. 1616–17 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring Page: 15 1/16 x 9 7/16 in. (38.2 x 24 cm) Painting: 14 1/2… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumInk, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper
DimensionsPage: 15 1/16 x 9 7/16 in. (38.2 x 24 cm) Painting: 14 1/2 x 8 3/4 in. (36.8 x 22.2 cm)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1955
Dateca. 1616–17

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Origin: India. Flag of India

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What department houses "Asvatthama Fires the Narayana Weapon (Cosmic Fire) at the Pandavas", Folio from a Razmnama?

"Asvatthama Fires the Narayana Weapon (Cosmic Fire) at the Pandavas", Folio from a Razmnama is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was "Asvatthama Fires the Narayana Weapon (Cosmic Fire) at the Pandavas", Folio from a Razmnama created?

"Asvatthama Fires the Narayana Weapon (Cosmic Fire) at the Pandavas", Folio from a Razmnama dates to ca. 1616–17.

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"Asvatthama Fires the Narayana Weapon (Cosmic Fire) at the Pandavas", Folio from a Razmnama is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.

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"Asvatthama Fires the Narayana Weapon (Cosmic Fire) at the Pandavas", Folio from a Razmnama originates from India.

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"Asvatthama Fires the Narayana Weapon (Cosmic Fire) at the Pandavas", Folio from a Razmnama 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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