Pages of Calligraphy from a Sharafnama (Book of Honour) of Nizami
Flag of IndiaIslamic ArtCodicesca. 1620–30

By Nizami (Ilyas Abu Muhammad Nizam al-Din of Ganja)

Pages of Calligraphy from a Sharafnama (Book of Honour) of Nizami is a codices Golconda from India created in ca. 1620–30 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring H. 12 1/16 in. (30.6 cm) W. 7 1/2 in. (19 cm) attributed to 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

MediumInk, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper
DimensionsH. 12 1/16 in. (30.6 cm) W. 7 1/2 in. (19 cm)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineGift of Jeffrey Kossak, The Kronos Collections, 1986
Dateca. 1620–30

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Golconda, Deccan, India. Flag of India

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Pages of Calligraphy from a Sharafnama (Book of Honour) of Nizami?

Pages of Calligraphy from a Sharafnama (Book of Honour) of Nizami is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Pages of Calligraphy from a Sharafnama (Book of Honour) of Nizami created?

Pages of Calligraphy from a Sharafnama (Book of Honour) of Nizami dates to ca. 1620–30.

What material is Pages of Calligraphy from a Sharafnama (Book of Honour) of Nizami made from?

Pages of Calligraphy from a Sharafnama (Book of Honour) of Nizami is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.

Where does Pages of Calligraphy from a Sharafnama (Book of Honour) of Nizami originate?

Pages of Calligraphy from a Sharafnama (Book of Honour) of Nizami originates from India.

Is Pages of Calligraphy from a Sharafnama (Book of Honour) of Nizami in the public domain?

Pages of Calligraphy from a Sharafnama (Book of Honour) of Nizami 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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