Islamic ArtCodicesca. 1600Page of Calligraphy from the Bellini Album is a codices from Iran created in ca. 1600 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring H. 7 1/8 in. (18.1 cm) W. 3 3/8 in. (8.6 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper |
| Dimensions | H. 7 1/8 in. (18.1 cm) W. 3 3/8 in. (8.6 cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Louis V. Bell Fund, 1967 |
| Date | ca. 1600 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Page of Calligraphy from the Bellini Album?
Page of Calligraphy from the Bellini Album is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Page of Calligraphy from the Bellini Album created?
Page of Calligraphy from the Bellini Album dates to ca. 1600.
What material is Page of Calligraphy from the Bellini Album made from?
Page of Calligraphy from the Bellini Album is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.
Where does Page of Calligraphy from the Bellini Album originate?
Page of Calligraphy from the Bellini Album originates from Iran.
Is Page of Calligraphy from the Bellini Album in the public domain?
Page of Calligraphy from the Bellini Album is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026