Islamic ArtCodicesdated A.H. 621/ A.D. 1224"Physician Preparing an Elixir", Folio from a Materia Medica of Dioscorides is a codices possibly Baghdad from Iraq or Northern Jazira created in dated A.H. 621/ A.D. 1224 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring Page: H. 13 1/16 in. (33.2 cm) W. 9 3/4 in… — 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 | Page: H. 13 1/16 in. (33.2 cm) W. 9 3/4 in. (24.8 cm) Mat size: H. 19 1/4 in. (48.9 cm) W. 14 1/4 in. (36.2 cm) Frame: 16 3/4 x 21 5/8 in. |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1913 |
| Date | dated A.H. 621/ A.D. 1224 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: possibly Baghdad, Iraq or Northern Jazira. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses "Physician Preparing an Elixir", Folio from a Materia Medica of Dioscorides?
"Physician Preparing an Elixir", Folio from a Materia Medica of Dioscorides is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was "Physician Preparing an Elixir", Folio from a Materia Medica of Dioscorides created?
"Physician Preparing an Elixir", Folio from a Materia Medica of Dioscorides dates to dated A.H. 621/ A.D. 1224.
What material is "Physician Preparing an Elixir", Folio from a Materia Medica of Dioscorides made from?
"Physician Preparing an Elixir", Folio from a Materia Medica of Dioscorides is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.
Where does "Physician Preparing an Elixir", Folio from a Materia Medica of Dioscorides originate?
"Physician Preparing an Elixir", Folio from a Materia Medica of Dioscorides originates from Iraq or Northern Jazira.
Is "Physician Preparing an Elixir", Folio from a Materia Medica of Dioscorides in the public domain?
"Physician Preparing an Elixir", Folio from a Materia Medica of Dioscorides is in the public domain and can be freely used.