Bifolium from the "Nurse's Qur'an" (Mushaf al-Hadina)
Flag of TunisiaIslamic ArtCodicesca. A.H. 410/ A.D. 1019–20

Bifolium from the "Nurse's Qur'an" (Mushaf al-Hadina) is a codices probably Qairawan from Tunisia created in ca. A.H. 410/ A.D. 1019–20 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on parchment measuring H. 17 1/2 in. (44.5 cm) W. 23 5/8 in. (60 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumInk, opaque watercolor, and gold on parchment
DimensionsH. 17 1/2 in. (44.5 cm) W. 23 5/8 in. (60 cm)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LinePurchase, James and Diane Burke Gift, in honor of Dr. Marilyn Jenkins-Madina, 2007
Dateca. A.H. 410/ A.D. 1019–20

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: probably Qairawan, Tunisia. Flag of Tunisia

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Bifolium from the "Nurse's Qur'an" (Mushaf al-Hadina)?

Bifolium from the "Nurse's Qur'an" (Mushaf al-Hadina) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Bifolium from the "Nurse's Qur'an" (Mushaf al-Hadina) created?

Bifolium from the "Nurse's Qur'an" (Mushaf al-Hadina) dates to ca. A.H. 410/ A.D. 1019–20.

What material is Bifolium from the "Nurse's Qur'an" (Mushaf al-Hadina) made from?

Bifolium from the "Nurse's Qur'an" (Mushaf al-Hadina) is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on parchment.

Where does Bifolium from the "Nurse's Qur'an" (Mushaf al-Hadina) originate?

Bifolium from the "Nurse's Qur'an" (Mushaf al-Hadina) originates from Tunisia.

Is Bifolium from the "Nurse's Qur'an" (Mushaf al-Hadina) in the public domain?

Bifolium from the "Nurse's Qur'an" (Mushaf al-Hadina) 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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