Flag of IndiaIslamic ArtCodicesca. 1520–30

"Four Gods and the Earth Cow Pray for the Assistance of Vishnu" Illustrated folio from the dispersed “Palam” or “Scotch-Tape” Bhagavata Purana (The Ancient Story of God) is a codices from India created in ca. 1520–30 using opaque watercolor on paper measuring H. 6 3/4 in. (17.1 cm) W. 9 in. (22.9 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumOpaque watercolor on paper
DimensionsH. 6 3/4 in. (17.1 cm) W. 9 in. (22.9 cm)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LinePromised Gift of the Kronos Collections, 2015
Dateca. 1520–30

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Origin: India. Flag of India

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What department houses "Four Gods and the Earth Cow Pray for the Assistance of Vishnu" Illustrated folio from the dispersed “Palam” or “Scotch-Tape” Bhagavata Purana (The Ancient Story of God)?

"Four Gods and the Earth Cow Pray for the Assistance of Vishnu" Illustrated folio from the dispersed “Palam” or “Scotch-Tape” Bhagavata Purana (The Ancient Story of God) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was "Four Gods and the Earth Cow Pray for the Assistance of Vishnu" Illustrated folio from the dispersed “Palam” or “Scotch-Tape” Bhagavata Purana (The Ancient Story of God) created?

"Four Gods and the Earth Cow Pray for the Assistance of Vishnu" Illustrated folio from the dispersed “Palam” or “Scotch-Tape” Bhagavata Purana (The Ancient Story of God) dates to ca. 1520–30.

What material is "Four Gods and the Earth Cow Pray for the Assistance of Vishnu" Illustrated folio from the dispersed “Palam” or “Scotch-Tape” Bhagavata Purana (The Ancient Story of God) made from?

"Four Gods and the Earth Cow Pray for the Assistance of Vishnu" Illustrated folio from the dispersed “Palam” or “Scotch-Tape” Bhagavata Purana (The Ancient Story of God) is crafted from opaque watercolor on paper.

Where does "Four Gods and the Earth Cow Pray for the Assistance of Vishnu" Illustrated folio from the dispersed “Palam” or “Scotch-Tape” Bhagavata Purana (The Ancient Story of God) originate?

"Four Gods and the Earth Cow Pray for the Assistance of Vishnu" Illustrated folio from the dispersed “Palam” or “Scotch-Tape” Bhagavata Purana (The Ancient Story of God) originates from India.

Is "Four Gods and the Earth Cow Pray for the Assistance of Vishnu" Illustrated folio from the dispersed “Palam” or “Scotch-Tape” Bhagavata Purana (The Ancient Story of God) in the public domain?

"Four Gods and the Earth Cow Pray for the Assistance of Vishnu" Illustrated folio from the dispersed “Palam” or “Scotch-Tape” Bhagavata Purana (The Ancient Story of God) 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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