Portrait of a Dervish
Flag of UzbekistanIslamic ArtCodices16th century

Portrait of a Dervish is a codices Bukhara from Present-day Uzbekistan created in 16th century using main support: ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper margins: gold on dyed… measuring Page: 15 3/4 x 10 1/4 in. (40 x 26 cm) Painting: 7 1/16 x 4… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumMain support: ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper Margins: gold on dyed paper
DimensionsPage: 15 3/4 x 10 1/4 in. (40 x 26 cm) Painting: 7 1/16 x 4 1/8 in. (18 x 10.5 cm) Mat: 19 1/4 x 14 1/4 in. (48.9 x 36.2 cm)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineCora Timken Burnett Collection of Persian Miniatures and Other Persian Art Objects, Bequest of Cora Timken Burnett, 1956
Date16th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Bukhara, Present-day Uzbekistan. Flag of Uzbekistan

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Portrait of a Dervish?

Portrait of a Dervish is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Portrait of a Dervish created?

Portrait of a Dervish dates to 16th century.

What material is Portrait of a Dervish made from?

Portrait of a Dervish is crafted from main support: ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper margins: gold on dyed paper.

Where does Portrait of a Dervish originate?

Portrait of a Dervish originates from Present-day Uzbekistan.

Is Portrait of a Dervish in the public domain?

Portrait of a Dervish 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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