"Fable of the Lion and the Hare", Folio from a Kalila va Dimna
Flag of IranIslamic ArtCodicesdated A.H. 733/A.D. 1333

"Fable of the Lion and the Hare", Folio from a Kalila va Dimna is a codices Shiraz from Iran created in dated A.H. 733/A.D. 1333 using opaque watercolor and gold on paper measuring Painting: H. 4 1/8 in. (10.5 cm) W. 7 1/4… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumOpaque watercolor and gold on paper
DimensionsPainting: H. 4 1/8 in. (10.5 cm) W. 7 1/4 in. (18.4 cm) Page: H. 13 1/4 in. (33.7 cm) W. 8 5/8 in. (21.9 cm) Mat: H. 19 1/4 in. (48.9 cm) W. 14 1/4 in. (36.2 cm)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1959
Datedated A.H. 733/A.D. 1333

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Shiraz, Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses "Fable of the Lion and the Hare", Folio from a Kalila va Dimna?

"Fable of the Lion and the Hare", Folio from a Kalila va Dimna is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was "Fable of the Lion and the Hare", Folio from a Kalila va Dimna created?

"Fable of the Lion and the Hare", Folio from a Kalila va Dimna dates to dated A.H. 733/A.D. 1333.

What material is "Fable of the Lion and the Hare", Folio from a Kalila va Dimna made from?

"Fable of the Lion and the Hare", Folio from a Kalila va Dimna is crafted from opaque watercolor and gold on paper.

Where does "Fable of the Lion and the Hare", Folio from a Kalila va Dimna originate?

"Fable of the Lion and the Hare", Folio from a Kalila va Dimna originates from Iran.

Is "Fable of the Lion and the Hare", Folio from a Kalila va Dimna in the public domain?

"Fable of the Lion and the Hare", Folio from a Kalila va Dimna is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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