"Pair of Serpents", Folio from a Manafi' al-Hayawan (On the Usefulness of Animals) of Ibn Bakhtishu'
Flag of IranIslamic ArtCodices1297–99

By Ibn Bakhtishu'

"Pair of Serpents", Folio from a Manafi' al-Hayawan (On the Usefulness of Animals) of Ibn Bakhtishu' is a codices from Iran created in 1297–99 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring 9 x 6 9/16in. (22.9 x 16.7cm) attributed to Ibn Bakhtishu' — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumInk, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper
Dimensions9 x 6 9/16in. (22.9 x 16.7cm)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1955
Date1297–99

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses "Pair of Serpents", Folio from a Manafi' al-Hayawan (On the Usefulness of Animals) of Ibn Bakhtishu'?

"Pair of Serpents", Folio from a Manafi' al-Hayawan (On the Usefulness of Animals) of Ibn Bakhtishu' is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was "Pair of Serpents", Folio from a Manafi' al-Hayawan (On the Usefulness of Animals) of Ibn Bakhtishu' created?

"Pair of Serpents", Folio from a Manafi' al-Hayawan (On the Usefulness of Animals) of Ibn Bakhtishu' dates to 1297–99.

What material is "Pair of Serpents", Folio from a Manafi' al-Hayawan (On the Usefulness of Animals) of Ibn Bakhtishu' made from?

"Pair of Serpents", Folio from a Manafi' al-Hayawan (On the Usefulness of Animals) of Ibn Bakhtishu' is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.

Where does "Pair of Serpents", Folio from a Manafi' al-Hayawan (On the Usefulness of Animals) of Ibn Bakhtishu' originate?

"Pair of Serpents", Folio from a Manafi' al-Hayawan (On the Usefulness of Animals) of Ibn Bakhtishu' originates from Iran.

Is "Pair of Serpents", Folio from a Manafi' al-Hayawan (On the Usefulness of Animals) of Ibn Bakhtishu' in the public domain?

"Pair of Serpents", Folio from a Manafi' al-Hayawan (On the Usefulness of Animals) of Ibn Bakhtishu' 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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