Page of Calligraphy from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds)
Islamic ArtCodicesdated A.H. 892/ A.D. 1486

By Farid al-Din `Attar

Page of Calligraphy from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) is a codices created in dated A.H. 892/ A.D. 1486 using opaque watercolor and gold on paper attributed to Farid al-Din `Attar — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumOpaque watercolor and gold on paper
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineFletcher Fund, 1963
Datedated A.H. 892/ A.D. 1486

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Page of Calligraphy from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds)?

Page of Calligraphy from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Page of Calligraphy from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) created?

Page of Calligraphy from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) dates to dated A.H. 892/ A.D. 1486.

What material is Page of Calligraphy from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) made from?

Page of Calligraphy from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) is crafted from opaque watercolor and gold on paper.

Is Page of Calligraphy from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) in the public domain?

Page of Calligraphy from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) 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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