"Muhammad and His Followers Going to Battle", Folio from a Hamla-yi Haidari
Flag of IndiaIslamic ArtCodicesca. 1820

By Muhammad Rafi Khan

"Muhammad and His Followers Going to Battle", Folio from a Hamla-yi Haidari is a codices probably Hyderabad from India created in ca. 1820 using translucent and opaque watercolor, ink, and gold on paper measuring H: 19 5/8 in (49.8 cm) x W: 11 1/4 in (28.6 cm) attributed to Muhammad Rafi Khan — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumTranslucent and opaque watercolor, ink, and gold on paper
DimensionsH: 19 5/8 in (49.8 cm) x W: 11 1/4 in (28.6 cm)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LinePurchase, Friends of Islamic Art Gifts, 2015
Dateca. 1820

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: probably Hyderabad, India. Flag of India

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses "Muhammad and His Followers Going to Battle", Folio from a Hamla-yi Haidari?

"Muhammad and His Followers Going to Battle", Folio from a Hamla-yi Haidari is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was "Muhammad and His Followers Going to Battle", Folio from a Hamla-yi Haidari created?

"Muhammad and His Followers Going to Battle", Folio from a Hamla-yi Haidari dates to ca. 1820.

What material is "Muhammad and His Followers Going to Battle", Folio from a Hamla-yi Haidari made from?

"Muhammad and His Followers Going to Battle", Folio from a Hamla-yi Haidari is crafted from translucent and opaque watercolor, ink, and gold on paper.

Where does "Muhammad and His Followers Going to Battle", Folio from a Hamla-yi Haidari originate?

"Muhammad and His Followers Going to Battle", Folio from a Hamla-yi Haidari originates from India.

Is "Muhammad and His Followers Going to Battle", Folio from a Hamla-yi Haidari in the public domain?

"Muhammad and His Followers Going to Battle", Folio from a Hamla-yi Haidari 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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