Islamic ArtCodicesdated A.H. 835/ A.D. 1431–32By Ja'far Baisunghuri|Nizami (Ilyas Abu Muhammad Nizam al-Din of Ganja)
Laila and Majnun from Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami is a codices Herat from present-day Afghanistan created in dated A.H. 835/ A.D. 1431–32 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper; mughal binding, probably of the 17th… measuring 12 5/16 x 9in. (31.3 x 22.9cm) attributed to Ja'far Baisunghuri|Nizami (Ilyas Abu Muhammad Nizam al-Din of Ganja) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper; Mughal binding, probably of the 17th century, painted and lacquered |
| Dimensions | 12 5/16 x 9in. (31.3 x 22.9cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Lila Acheson Wallace Gift, 1994 |
| Date | dated A.H. 835/ A.D. 1431–32 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Herat, present-day Afghanistan. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Laila and Majnun from Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami?
Laila and Majnun from Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Laila and Majnun from Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami created?
Laila and Majnun from Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami dates to dated A.H. 835/ A.D. 1431–32.
What material is Laila and Majnun from Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami made from?
Laila and Majnun from Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper; mughal binding, probably of the 17th century, painted and lacquered.
Where does Laila and Majnun from Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami originate?
Laila and Majnun from Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami originates from present-day Afghanistan.
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