"Muhammad Revives the Sick Boy", Folio from a Falnama (Book of Omens) of Ja'far al-Sadiq
Flag of IranIslamic ArtCodices1550s

"Muhammad Revives the Sick Boy", Folio from a Falnama (Book of Omens) of Ja'far al-Sadiq is a codices Qazvin from Iran created in 1550s using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring Painting: H. 23 1/16 in. (58.6 cm) W. 17in… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumInk, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper
DimensionsPainting: H. 23 1/16 in. (58.6 cm) W. 17in. (43.2cm) Mat : H. 28 in. (71.1 cm) W. 22 in. (55.9 cm) Frame: H. 30 1/2 in. (77.5 cm) W. 24 1/2 in. (62.2 cm)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LinePurchase, Francis M. Weld Gift, 1950
Date1550s

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Qazvin, Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses "Muhammad Revives the Sick Boy", Folio from a Falnama (Book of Omens) of Ja'far al-Sadiq?

"Muhammad Revives the Sick Boy", Folio from a Falnama (Book of Omens) of Ja'far al-Sadiq is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was "Muhammad Revives the Sick Boy", Folio from a Falnama (Book of Omens) of Ja'far al-Sadiq created?

"Muhammad Revives the Sick Boy", Folio from a Falnama (Book of Omens) of Ja'far al-Sadiq dates to 1550s.

What material is "Muhammad Revives the Sick Boy", Folio from a Falnama (Book of Omens) of Ja'far al-Sadiq made from?

"Muhammad Revives the Sick Boy", Folio from a Falnama (Book of Omens) of Ja'far al-Sadiq is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.

Where does "Muhammad Revives the Sick Boy", Folio from a Falnama (Book of Omens) of Ja'far al-Sadiq originate?

"Muhammad Revives the Sick Boy", Folio from a Falnama (Book of Omens) of Ja'far al-Sadiq originates from Iran.

Is "Muhammad Revives the Sick Boy", Folio from a Falnama (Book of Omens) of Ja'far al-Sadiq in the public domain?

"Muhammad Revives the Sick Boy", Folio from a Falnama (Book of Omens) of Ja'far al-Sadiq 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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