Islamic ArtCodicesrecto: ca. 1540; verso: ca. 1615–20By Mansur|Mir 'Ali Haravi
"Great Hornbill", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album is a codices from India created in recto: ca. 1540; verso: ca. 1615–20 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring H. 15 1/4 in. (38.7 cm) W. 10 1/2 in. (26.7 cm) attributed to Mansur|Mir 'Ali Haravi — 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. 15 1/4 in. (38.7 cm) W. 10 1/2 in. (26.7 cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Rogers Fund and The Kevorkian Foundation Gift, 1955 |
| Date | recto: ca. 1540; verso: ca. 1615–20 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: India. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses "Great Hornbill", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album?
"Great Hornbill", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was "Great Hornbill", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album created?
"Great Hornbill", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album dates to recto: ca. 1540; verso: ca. 1615–20.
What material is "Great Hornbill", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album made from?
"Great Hornbill", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.
Where does "Great Hornbill", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album originate?
"Great Hornbill", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album originates from India.
Is "Great Hornbill", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album in the public domain?
"Great Hornbill", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album is in the public domain and can be freely used.