Islamic ArtCodicesrecto: ca. 1610; verso: ca. 1530–50By Mir 'Ali Haravi
"Dancing Dervishes", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album is a codices from India created in recto: ca. 1610; verso: ca. 1530–50 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring H. 15 3/16 in. (38.6 cm) W. 10 3/16 in. (25.9 cm) attributed to Mir 'Ali Haravi — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper |
| Dimensions | H. 15 3/16 in. (38.6 cm) W. 10 3/16 in. (25.9 cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Rogers Fund and The Kevorkian Foundation Gift, 1955 |
| Date | recto: ca. 1610; verso: ca. 1530–50 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: India. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses "Dancing Dervishes", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album?
"Dancing Dervishes", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was "Dancing Dervishes", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album created?
"Dancing Dervishes", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album dates to recto: ca. 1610; verso: ca. 1530–50.
What material is "Dancing Dervishes", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album made from?
"Dancing Dervishes", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.
Where does "Dancing Dervishes", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album originate?
"Dancing Dervishes", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album originates from India.
Is "Dancing Dervishes", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album in the public domain?
"Dancing Dervishes", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album is in the public domain and can be freely used.