"Portrait of a Persian Lady", Folio from the Davis Album
Flag of IranIslamic ArtCodicesca. 1736–37

"Portrait of a Persian Lady", Folio from the Davis Album is a codices from Iran created in ca. 1736–37 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring 13 1/8 x 8 1/4in. (33.3 x 21cm) Mat: H. 19 in. (48.3 cm) … — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumInk, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper
Dimensions13 1/8 x 8 1/4in. (33.3 x 21cm) Mat: H. 19 in. (48.3 cm) W. 14 1/4 in. (36.2 cm)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineTheodore M. Davis Collection, Bequest of Theodore M. Davis, 1915
Dateca. 1736–37

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses "Portrait of a Persian Lady", Folio from the Davis Album?

"Portrait of a Persian Lady", Folio from the Davis Album is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was "Portrait of a Persian Lady", Folio from the Davis Album created?

"Portrait of a Persian Lady", Folio from the Davis Album dates to ca. 1736–37.

What material is "Portrait of a Persian Lady", Folio from the Davis Album made from?

"Portrait of a Persian Lady", Folio from the Davis Album is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.

Where does "Portrait of a Persian Lady", Folio from the Davis Album originate?

"Portrait of a Persian Lady", Folio from the Davis Album originates from Iran.

Is "Portrait of a Persian Lady", Folio from the Davis Album in the public domain?

"Portrait of a Persian Lady", Folio from the Davis Album 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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