Islamic ArtCodicesdated A.H. 815/ A.D. 1412Illustrated Manuscript is a codices Shiraz from Iran created in dated A.H. 815/ A.D. 1412 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper; leather binding measuring 6 5/16 x 4 1/2in. (16.1 x 11.4cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper; leather binding |
| Dimensions | 6 5/16 x 4 1/2in. (16.1 x 11.4cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Mary Griggs Burke Gift and Rogers Fund, 1995 |
| Date | dated A.H. 815/ A.D. 1412 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Shiraz, Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Illustrated Manuscript?
Illustrated Manuscript is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Illustrated Manuscript created?
Illustrated Manuscript dates to dated A.H. 815/ A.D. 1412.
What material is Illustrated Manuscript made from?
Illustrated Manuscript is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper; leather binding.
Where does Illustrated Manuscript originate?
Illustrated Manuscript originates from Iran.
Is Illustrated Manuscript in the public domain?
Illustrated Manuscript is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026