Islamic ArtCodicesmid-18th centuryBirds in a Landscape is a codices Bikaner from India created in mid-18th century using ink, opaque watercolor, silver, and gold on paper measuring OveralL. 9 9/16 x 6 1/4in. (24.3 x 15.9cm) Dimensions of… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ink, opaque watercolor, silver, and gold on paper |
| Dimensions | OveralL. 9 9/16 x 6 1/4in. (24.3 x 15.9cm) Dimensions of painting: 7 x 3 11/16in. (17.8 x 9.4cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Richard Ettinghausen, 1975 |
| Date | mid-18th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Bikaner, Rajasthan, India. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Birds in a Landscape?
Birds in a Landscape is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Birds in a Landscape created?
Birds in a Landscape dates to mid-18th century.
What material is Birds in a Landscape made from?
Birds in a Landscape is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, silver, and gold on paper.
Where does Birds in a Landscape originate?
Birds in a Landscape originates from India.
Is Birds in a Landscape in the public domain?
Birds in a Landscape is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026