Islamic ArtCodicesrecto: ca. 1630–40; verso: ca. 1530–40By Govardhan|Mir 'Ali Haravi
"Dervish Leading a Bear", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album is a codices from India created in recto: ca. 1630–40; verso: ca. 1530–40 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring H. 15 5/16 in. (38.9 cm) W. 10 1/16 in. (25.6 cm) attributed to Govardhan|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 5/16 in. (38.9 cm) W. 10 1/16 in. (25.6 cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Rogers Fund and The Kevorkian Foundation Gift, 1955 |
| Date | recto: ca. 1630–40; verso: ca. 1530–40 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: India. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses "Dervish Leading a Bear", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album?
"Dervish Leading a Bear", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was "Dervish Leading a Bear", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album created?
"Dervish Leading a Bear", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album dates to recto: ca. 1630–40; verso: ca. 1530–40.
What material is "Dervish Leading a Bear", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album made from?
"Dervish Leading a Bear", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.
Where does "Dervish Leading a Bear", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album originate?
"Dervish Leading a Bear", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album originates from India.
Is "Dervish Leading a Bear", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album in the public domain?
"Dervish Leading a Bear", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album is in the public domain and can be freely used.