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)
Overflap and Inside Cover of a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami is a codices Herat from present-day Afghanistan created in dated A.H. 931/ A.D. 1524–25 using binding: leather; embossed; gold and color manuscript: ink, opaque watercolor… measuring 12 5/8 x 8 3/4 in. (32.1 x 22.2 cm) 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 | Binding: leather; embossed; gold and color Manuscript: ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper |
| Dimensions | 12 5/8 x 8 3/4 in. (32.1 x 22.2 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 Overflap and Inside Cover of a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami?
Overflap and Inside Cover of a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Overflap and Inside Cover of a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami created?
Overflap and Inside Cover of a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami dates to dated A.H. 931/ A.D. 1524–25.
What material is Overflap and Inside Cover of a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami made from?
Overflap and Inside Cover of a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami is crafted from binding: leather; embossed; gold and color manuscript: ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.
Where does Overflap and Inside Cover of a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami originate?
Overflap and Inside Cover of a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami originates from present-day Afghanistan.
Is Overflap and Inside Cover of a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami in the public domain?
Overflap and Inside Cover of a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami is in the public domain and can be freely used.