Nan va Halva (Breads and Sweets)
Flag of IndiaIslamic ArtCodicesca. 1690

By Muhammad Baha' al-Din al-'Amili

Nan va Halva (Breads and Sweets) is a codices Aurangabad from India created in ca. 1690 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper binding: leather measuring H. 9 1/4 in. (23.5 cm) W. 5 1/2 in. (14 cm) attributed to Muhammad Baha' al-Din al-'Amili โ€” now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumInk, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper Binding: leather
DimensionsH. 9 1/4 in. (23.5 cm) W. 5 1/2 in. (14 cm)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LinePurchase, Friends of Islamic Art Gifts, 1999
Dateca. 1690

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Aurangabad, Deccan, India. Flag of India

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Nan va Halva (Breads and Sweets)?

Nan va Halva (Breads and Sweets) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Nan va Halva (Breads and Sweets) created?

Nan va Halva (Breads and Sweets) dates to ca. 1690.

What material is Nan va Halva (Breads and Sweets) made from?

Nan va Halva (Breads and Sweets) is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper binding: leather.

Where does Nan va Halva (Breads and Sweets) originate?

Nan va Halva (Breads and Sweets) originates from India.

Is Nan va Halva (Breads and Sweets) in the public domain?

Nan va Halva (Breads and Sweets) is in the public domain and can be freely used.

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

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