Islamic ArtCodicesca. 1600By Sultan `Ali Mashhadi|Farid al-Din `Attar
Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) is a codices Isfahan from Iran created in ca. 1600 using opaque watercolor and gold on paper measuring H. 12 7/8 in. (32.7 cm) W. 8 5/16 in. (21.1 cm) attributed to Sultan `Ali Mashhadi|Farid al-Din `Attar — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Opaque watercolor and gold on paper |
| Dimensions | H. 12 7/8 in. (32.7 cm) W. 8 5/16 in. (21.1 cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Fletcher Fund, 1963 |
| Date | ca. 1600 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Isfahan, Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds)?
Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) created?
Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) dates to ca. 1600.
What material is Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) made from?
Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) is crafted from opaque watercolor and gold on paper.
Where does Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) originate?
Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) originates from Iran.
Is Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) in the public domain?
Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) is in the public domain and can be freely used.