Islamic ArtCodicesdated A.H. 931/A.D. 1524–25By Sultan Muhammad Nur|Mahmud Muzahhib|Shaikh Zada|Nizami (Ilyas Abu Muhammad Nizam al-Din of Ganja)
"Marriage of Khusrau and Shirin", Folio 104 from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami is a codices Herat from present-day Afghanistan created in dated A.H. 931/A.D. 1524–25 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring Painting: H. 7 in. (17.8 cm) W. 4 3/4 in… attributed to Sultan Muhammad Nur|Mahmud Muzahhib|Shaikh Zada|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 |
| Dimensions | Painting: H. 7 in. (17.8 cm) W. 4 3/4 in. (12.1 cm) Page: H. 12 5/8 in. (32.1 cm) W. 8 3/4 in. (22.2 cm) Mat: H. 19 1/4 in. (48.9 cm) W. 14 1/4 in. (36.2 cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Alexander Smith Cochran, 1913 |
| Date | dated A.H. 931/A.D. 1524–25 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Herat, present-day Afghanistan. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses "Marriage of Khusrau and Shirin", Folio 104 from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami?
"Marriage of Khusrau and Shirin", Folio 104 from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was "Marriage of Khusrau and Shirin", Folio 104 from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami created?
"Marriage of Khusrau and Shirin", Folio 104 from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami dates to dated A.H. 931/A.D. 1524–25.
What material is "Marriage of Khusrau and Shirin", Folio 104 from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami made from?
"Marriage of Khusrau and Shirin", Folio 104 from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.
Where does "Marriage of Khusrau and Shirin", Folio 104 from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami originate?
"Marriage of Khusrau and Shirin", Folio 104 from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami originates from present-day Afghanistan.
Is "Marriage of Khusrau and Shirin", Folio 104 from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami in the public domain?
"Marriage of Khusrau and Shirin", Folio 104 from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami is in the public domain and can be freely used.