Islamic ArtCodiceslate 15th centuryBy `Abd al-Rahman al-Sufi (Persian)
Kitab suwar al-kawakib al-thabita (Book of the Images of the Fixed Stars) of al-Sufi is a codices from Iran created in late 15th century using ink and gold on paper; leather binding measuring H. 10 3/16 in. (25.8 cm) W. 7 1/8 in. (18.1 cm) attributed to `Abd al-Rahman al-Sufi (Persian) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ink and gold on paper; leather binding |
| Dimensions | H. 10 3/16 in. (25.8 cm) W. 7 1/8 in. (18.1 cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1913 |
| Date | late 15th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Iran. 
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What department houses Kitab suwar al-kawakib al-thabita (Book of the Images of the Fixed Stars) of al-Sufi?
Kitab suwar al-kawakib al-thabita (Book of the Images of the Fixed Stars) of al-Sufi is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Kitab suwar al-kawakib al-thabita (Book of the Images of the Fixed Stars) of al-Sufi created?
Kitab suwar al-kawakib al-thabita (Book of the Images of the Fixed Stars) of al-Sufi dates to late 15th century.
What material is Kitab suwar al-kawakib al-thabita (Book of the Images of the Fixed Stars) of al-Sufi made from?
Kitab suwar al-kawakib al-thabita (Book of the Images of the Fixed Stars) of al-Sufi is crafted from ink and gold on paper; leather binding.
Where does Kitab suwar al-kawakib al-thabita (Book of the Images of the Fixed Stars) of al-Sufi originate?
Kitab suwar al-kawakib al-thabita (Book of the Images of the Fixed Stars) of al-Sufi originates from Iran.
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Kitab suwar al-kawakib al-thabita (Book of the Images of the Fixed Stars) of al-Sufi is in the public domain and can be freely used.