Islamic ArtLacquerdated A.H. 1301/A.D. 1883–84Fan with Poetic Verses is a lacquer Tehran from Iran created in dated A.H. 1301/A.D. 1883–84 using wood; painted, gilded, and lacquered measuring W. when open: 18 1/2 in. (47 cm) H. 9 1/4 in. (23.5 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Wood; painted, gilded, and lacquered |
| Dimensions | W. when open: 18 1/2 in. (47 cm) H. 9 1/4 in. (23.5 cm) |
| Classification | Lacquer |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | The Moses Lazarus Collection, Gift of Josephine and Sarah Lazarus, in memory of their father, 1888–95 |
| Date | dated A.H. 1301/A.D. 1883–84 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Tehran, Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Fan with Poetic Verses?
Fan with Poetic Verses is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Fan with Poetic Verses created?
Fan with Poetic Verses dates to dated A.H. 1301/A.D. 1883–84.
What material is Fan with Poetic Verses made from?
Fan with Poetic Verses is crafted from wood; painted, gilded, and lacquered.
Where does Fan with Poetic Verses originate?
Fan with Poetic Verses originates from Iran.
Is Fan with Poetic Verses in the public domain?
Fan with Poetic Verses is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026