Flag of IndiaIslamic ArtCodicesmid 17th century

By ‘Ali ibn Naqi al-Husaini Damghani

Folio from the Manuscript of the Qasida of Praise of ‘Abdullah Qutb Shah of Golconda is a codices Bijapur from India created in mid 17th century using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring Sheet: 13 in. × 9 1/16 in. (33 × 23 cm) Mat: 19 11/16 × 15… attributed to ‘Ali ibn Naqi al-Husaini Damghani — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumInk, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper
DimensionsSheet: 13 in. × 9 1/16 in. (33 × 23 cm) Mat: 19 11/16 × 15 3/8 × 9/16 in. (50 × 39 × 1.4 cm)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineThe British Library
Datemid 17th century

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Geography

Origin: Bijapur, India. Flag of India

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Folio from the Manuscript of the Qasida of Praise of ‘Abdullah Qutb Shah of Golconda?

Folio from the Manuscript of the Qasida of Praise of ‘Abdullah Qutb Shah of Golconda is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Folio from the Manuscript of the Qasida of Praise of ‘Abdullah Qutb Shah of Golconda created?

Folio from the Manuscript of the Qasida of Praise of ‘Abdullah Qutb Shah of Golconda dates to mid 17th century.

What material is Folio from the Manuscript of the Qasida of Praise of ‘Abdullah Qutb Shah of Golconda made from?

Folio from the Manuscript of the Qasida of Praise of ‘Abdullah Qutb Shah of Golconda is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.

Where does Folio from the Manuscript of the Qasida of Praise of ‘Abdullah Qutb Shah of Golconda originate?

Folio from the Manuscript of the Qasida of Praise of ‘Abdullah Qutb Shah of Golconda originates from India.

Is Folio from the Manuscript of the Qasida of Praise of ‘Abdullah Qutb Shah of Golconda in the public domain?

Folio from the Manuscript of the Qasida of Praise of ‘Abdullah Qutb Shah of Golconda 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

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