Islamic ArtCodicesdated A.H. 1089/A.D. 1678By Muhi al-Din Lari
Futuh al-Haramayn (Description of the Holy Cities) is a codices Kharepatan from India created in dated A.H. 1089/A.D. 1678 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring Text block: 5 15/16 x 3 in. (15.1 x 7.6 cm) Entire page: 7… attributed to Muhi al-Din Lari — 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 | Text block: 5 15/16 x 3 in. (15.1 x 7.6 cm) Entire page: 7 3/8 x 4 5/16 in. (18.8 x 11 cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, funds from various donors, Elizabeth S. Ettinghausen Gift, in memory of Richard Ettinghausen, and Louis E. and Theresa S. Seley Purchase Fund for Islamic Art, 2008 |
| Date | dated A.H. 1089/A.D. 1678 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Kharepatan, Deccan, India. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Futuh al-Haramayn (Description of the Holy Cities)?
Futuh al-Haramayn (Description of the Holy Cities) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Futuh al-Haramayn (Description of the Holy Cities) created?
Futuh al-Haramayn (Description of the Holy Cities) dates to dated A.H. 1089/A.D. 1678.
What material is Futuh al-Haramayn (Description of the Holy Cities) made from?
Futuh al-Haramayn (Description of the Holy Cities) is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.
Where does Futuh al-Haramayn (Description of the Holy Cities) originate?
Futuh al-Haramayn (Description of the Holy Cities) originates from India.
Is Futuh al-Haramayn (Description of the Holy Cities) in the public domain?
Futuh al-Haramayn (Description of the Holy Cities) is in the public domain and can be freely used.