Islamic ArtCodicesca. 1525–50By Maulana Da'ud
"Laur and Chanda in the Forest", Folio from a Chandayana (or Laur Chanda) is a codices from Northern or Central India created in ca. 1525–50 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring Page: 10 1/16 x 7 5/8 in. (25.5 x 19.4 cm) Painting: 7… attributed to Maulana Da'ud — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper |
| Dimensions | Page: 10 1/16 x 7 5/8 in. (25.5 x 19.4 cm) Painting: 7 11/16 x 5 13/16 in. (19.5 x 14.7 cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Wendy Findlay, 1982 |
| Date | ca. 1525–50 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Northern or Central India. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses "Laur and Chanda in the Forest", Folio from a Chandayana (or Laur Chanda)?
"Laur and Chanda in the Forest", Folio from a Chandayana (or Laur Chanda) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was "Laur and Chanda in the Forest", Folio from a Chandayana (or Laur Chanda) created?
"Laur and Chanda in the Forest", Folio from a Chandayana (or Laur Chanda) dates to ca. 1525–50.
What material is "Laur and Chanda in the Forest", Folio from a Chandayana (or Laur Chanda) made from?
"Laur and Chanda in the Forest", Folio from a Chandayana (or Laur Chanda) is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.
Where does "Laur and Chanda in the Forest", Folio from a Chandayana (or Laur Chanda) originate?
"Laur and Chanda in the Forest", Folio from a Chandayana (or Laur Chanda) originates from Northern or Central India.
Is "Laur and Chanda in the Forest", Folio from a Chandayana (or Laur Chanda) in the public domain?
"Laur and Chanda in the Forest", Folio from a Chandayana (or Laur Chanda) is in the public domain and can be freely used.