Islamic ArtCodicesdated A.H. 920/ A.D. 1514By Sultan Muhammad Nur
Illuminated Frontispiece of a Bustan of Sa`di is a codices probably Bukhara|Herat from present-day Uzbekistan|present-day Afghanistan created in dated A.H. 920/ A.D. 1514 using folio: ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper binding: leather measuring Manuscript: H. 11 in. (28 cm) W. 7… attributed to Sultan Muhammad Nur — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Folio: Ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper Binding: Leather |
| Dimensions | Manuscript: H. 11 in. (28 cm) W. 7 5/16 in. (18.6 cm) D. 1 1/4 in. (3.2 cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Louis V. Bell Fund and The Vincent Astor Foundation Gift, 1974 |
| Date | dated A.H. 920/ A.D. 1514 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: probably Bukhara|Herat, present-day Uzbekistan|present-day Afghanistan. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Illuminated Frontispiece of a Bustan of Sa`di?
Illuminated Frontispiece of a Bustan of Sa`di is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Illuminated Frontispiece of a Bustan of Sa`di created?
Illuminated Frontispiece of a Bustan of Sa`di dates to dated A.H. 920/ A.D. 1514.
What material is Illuminated Frontispiece of a Bustan of Sa`di made from?
Illuminated Frontispiece of a Bustan of Sa`di is crafted from folio: ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper binding: leather.
Where does Illuminated Frontispiece of a Bustan of Sa`di originate?
Illuminated Frontispiece of a Bustan of Sa`di originates from present-day Uzbekistan|present-day Afghanistan.
Is Illuminated Frontispiece of a Bustan of Sa`di in the public domain?
Illuminated Frontispiece of a Bustan of Sa`di is in the public domain and can be freely used.