"Men Treading Grapes", Folio from a Materia Medica of Dioscorides
Flag of IraqIslamic ArtCodicesdated A.H. 621/ A.D. 1224

"Men Treading Grapes", Folio from a Materia Medica of Dioscorides is a codices possibly Baghdad from Iraq or Northern Jazira created in dated A.H. 621/ A.D. 1224 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring 11.87 in. high 9.12 in. wide (30.1 cm high 23.2 cm wide) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumInk, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper
Dimensions11.87 in. high 9.12 in. wide (30.1 cm high 23.2 cm wide)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LinePurchase, Anonymous Gift, 1956
Datedated A.H. 621/ A.D. 1224

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: possibly Baghdad, Iraq or Northern Jazira. Flag of Iraq

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses "Men Treading Grapes", Folio from a Materia Medica of Dioscorides?

"Men Treading Grapes", Folio from a Materia Medica of Dioscorides is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was "Men Treading Grapes", Folio from a Materia Medica of Dioscorides created?

"Men Treading Grapes", Folio from a Materia Medica of Dioscorides dates to dated A.H. 621/ A.D. 1224.

What material is "Men Treading Grapes", Folio from a Materia Medica of Dioscorides made from?

"Men Treading Grapes", Folio from a Materia Medica of Dioscorides is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.

Where does "Men Treading Grapes", Folio from a Materia Medica of Dioscorides originate?

"Men Treading Grapes", Folio from a Materia Medica of Dioscorides originates from Iraq or Northern Jazira.

Is "Men Treading Grapes", Folio from a Materia Medica of Dioscorides in the public domain?

"Men Treading Grapes", Folio from a Materia Medica of Dioscorides is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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