Illuminated Frontispiece of a  Bustan of Sa`di
Flag of AfghanistanIslamic ArtCodicesdated A.H. 920/ A.D. 1514

By 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

MediumFolio: Ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper Binding: Leather
DimensionsManuscript: H. 11 in. (28 cm) W. 7 5/16 in. (18.6 cm) D. 1 1/4 in. (3.2 cm)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LinePurchase, Louis V. Bell Fund and The Vincent Astor Foundation Gift, 1974
Datedated A.H. 920/ A.D. 1514

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: probably Bukhara|Herat, present-day Uzbekistan|present-day Afghanistan. Flag of 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.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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