Islamic ArtCodicesca. 1400"Jonah and the Whale", Folio from a Jami al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Chronicles) is a codices from Iran created in ca. 1400 using ink, opaque watercolor, gold, and silver on paper measuring H. 13 1/4 in. (33.7 cm) W. 19 1/2 in. (49.5 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ink, opaque watercolor, gold, and silver on paper |
| Dimensions | H. 13 1/4 in. (33.7 cm) W. 19 1/2 in. (49.5 cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Joseph Pulitzer Bequest, 1933 |
| Date | ca. 1400 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses "Jonah and the Whale", Folio from a Jami al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Chronicles)?
"Jonah and the Whale", Folio from a Jami al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Chronicles) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was "Jonah and the Whale", Folio from a Jami al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Chronicles) created?
"Jonah and the Whale", Folio from a Jami al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Chronicles) dates to ca. 1400.
What material is "Jonah and the Whale", Folio from a Jami al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Chronicles) made from?
"Jonah and the Whale", Folio from a Jami al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Chronicles) is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, gold, and silver on paper.
Where does "Jonah and the Whale", Folio from a Jami al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Chronicles) originate?
"Jonah and the Whale", Folio from a Jami al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Chronicles) originates from Iran.
Is "Jonah and the Whale", Folio from a Jami al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Chronicles) in the public domain?
"Jonah and the Whale", Folio from a Jami al-Tavarikh (Compendium of Chronicles) is in the public domain and can be freely used.