Islamic ArtCodicesca. 1180Folio from a Qur'an Manuscript is a codices from Eastern Iran or present-day Afghanistan created in ca. 1180 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring H. 11 3/4 in. (29.8 cm) W. 8 3/4 in. (22.2 cm) — 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. 11 3/4 in. (29.8 cm) W. 8 3/4 in. (22.2 cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | H.O. Havemeyer Collection, Gift of Horace Havemeyer, 1929 |
| Date | ca. 1180 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Eastern Iran or present-day Afghanistan. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Folio from a Qur'an Manuscript?
Folio from a Qur'an Manuscript is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Folio from a Qur'an Manuscript created?
Folio from a Qur'an Manuscript dates to ca. 1180.
What material is Folio from a Qur'an Manuscript made from?
Folio from a Qur'an Manuscript is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.
Where does Folio from a Qur'an Manuscript originate?
Folio from a Qur'an Manuscript originates from Eastern Iran or present-day Afghanistan.
Is Folio from a Qur'an Manuscript in the public domain?
Folio from a Qur'an Manuscript is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026