Islamic ArtCodices16th centuryPortrait 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
| Medium | Main support: ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper Margins: gold on dyed paper |
| Dimensions | Page: 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) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Cora Timken Burnett Collection of Persian Miniatures and Other Persian Art Objects, Bequest of Cora Timken Burnett, 1956 |
| Date | 16th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Bukhara, Present-day 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.