Islamic ArtCodicesca. 1480By Bihzad|Hafiz
"Dancing Dervishes", Folio from a Divan of Hafiz is a codices Herat from present-day Afghanistan created in ca. 1480 using opaque watercolor and gold on paper measuring Painting: H. 6 5/16 in. (16 cm) W. 4 1/4… attributed to Bihzad|Hafiz — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Opaque watercolor and gold on paper |
| Dimensions | Painting: H. 6 5/16 in. (16 cm) W. 4 1/4 in. (10.8 cm) Page: H. 11 3/4 in. (29.9 cm) W. 7 7/16 in. (18.9 cm) Mat: H. 19 1/4 in. (48.9 cm) W. 14 1/4 in. (36.2 cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1917 |
| Date | ca. 1480 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Herat, present-day Afghanistan. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses "Dancing Dervishes", Folio from a Divan of Hafiz?
"Dancing Dervishes", Folio from a Divan of Hafiz is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was "Dancing Dervishes", Folio from a Divan of Hafiz created?
"Dancing Dervishes", Folio from a Divan of Hafiz dates to ca. 1480.
What material is "Dancing Dervishes", Folio from a Divan of Hafiz made from?
"Dancing Dervishes", Folio from a Divan of Hafiz is crafted from opaque watercolor and gold on paper.
Where does "Dancing Dervishes", Folio from a Divan of Hafiz originate?
"Dancing Dervishes", Folio from a Divan of Hafiz originates from present-day Afghanistan.
Is "Dancing Dervishes", Folio from a Divan of Hafiz in the public domain?
"Dancing Dervishes", Folio from a Divan of Hafiz is in the public domain and can be freely used.