Islamic ArtCodices1560–1565"Blindman’s Buff: the Demon Pralambha Carries Balarama on His Shoulder," Folio from the dispersed "Isarda" Bhagavata Purana (The Ancient Story of God) is a codices Deli or Agra from India created in 1560–1565 using opaque watercolor and mica on paper measuring H. 7 5/8 in. (19.4 cm) W. 10 3/8 in. (26.4 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Opaque watercolor and mica on paper |
| Dimensions | H. 7 5/8 in. (19.4 cm) W. 10 3/8 in. (26.4 cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Promised Gift of the Kronos Collections, 2015 |
| Date | 1560–1565 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Deli or Agra, India. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses "Blindman’s Buff: the Demon Pralambha Carries Balarama on His Shoulder," Folio from the dispersed "Isarda" Bhagavata Purana (The Ancient Story of God)?
"Blindman’s Buff: the Demon Pralambha Carries Balarama on His Shoulder," Folio from the dispersed "Isarda" Bhagavata Purana (The Ancient Story of God) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was "Blindman’s Buff: the Demon Pralambha Carries Balarama on His Shoulder," Folio from the dispersed "Isarda" Bhagavata Purana (The Ancient Story of God) created?
"Blindman’s Buff: the Demon Pralambha Carries Balarama on His Shoulder," Folio from the dispersed "Isarda" Bhagavata Purana (The Ancient Story of God) dates to 1560–1565.
What material is "Blindman’s Buff: the Demon Pralambha Carries Balarama on His Shoulder," Folio from the dispersed "Isarda" Bhagavata Purana (The Ancient Story of God) made from?
"Blindman’s Buff: the Demon Pralambha Carries Balarama on His Shoulder," Folio from the dispersed "Isarda" Bhagavata Purana (The Ancient Story of God) is crafted from opaque watercolor and mica on paper.
Where does "Blindman’s Buff: the Demon Pralambha Carries Balarama on His Shoulder," Folio from the dispersed "Isarda" Bhagavata Purana (The Ancient Story of God) originate?
"Blindman’s Buff: the Demon Pralambha Carries Balarama on His Shoulder," Folio from the dispersed "Isarda" Bhagavata Purana (The Ancient Story of God) originates from India.
Is "Blindman’s Buff: the Demon Pralambha Carries Balarama on His Shoulder," Folio from the dispersed "Isarda" Bhagavata Purana (The Ancient Story of God) in the public domain?
"Blindman’s Buff: the Demon Pralambha Carries Balarama on His Shoulder," Folio from the dispersed "Isarda" Bhagavata Purana (The Ancient Story of God) is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.