Islamic ArtCodices18th century"Ilar (or Irakht) About to Throw the Bowl of Rice at the King", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna is a codices from Egypt or Syria created in 18th century using ink and opaque watercolor on paper measuring 12.5 in. high 8.87 in. wide (31.8 cm high 22.6 cm wide) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ink and opaque watercolor on paper |
| Dimensions | 12.5 in. high 8.87 in. wide (31.8 cm high 22.6 cm wide) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | The Alice and Nasli Heeramaneck Collection, Gift of Alice Heeramaneck, 1981 |
| Date | 18th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Egypt or Syria. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses "Ilar (or Irakht) About to Throw the Bowl of Rice at the King", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna?
"Ilar (or Irakht) About to Throw the Bowl of Rice at the King", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was "Ilar (or Irakht) About to Throw the Bowl of Rice at the King", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna created?
"Ilar (or Irakht) About to Throw the Bowl of Rice at the King", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna dates to 18th century.
What material is "Ilar (or Irakht) About to Throw the Bowl of Rice at the King", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna made from?
"Ilar (or Irakht) About to Throw the Bowl of Rice at the King", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna is crafted from ink and opaque watercolor on paper.
Where does "Ilar (or Irakht) About to Throw the Bowl of Rice at the King", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna originate?
"Ilar (or Irakht) About to Throw the Bowl of Rice at the King", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna originates from Egypt or Syria.
Is "Ilar (or Irakht) About to Throw the Bowl of Rice at the King", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna in the public domain?
"Ilar (or Irakht) About to Throw the Bowl of Rice at the King", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna is in the public domain and can be freely used.