"Portrait of Jahangir Holding Flower", Folio from the Davis Album
Flag of IndiaIslamic ArtCodicesca. 1604

"Portrait of Jahangir Holding Flower", Folio from the Davis Album is a codices from India created in ca. 1604 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring Image 5 7/8 in x 7 7/8 in Page 8 1/4 in. x 13 1/8 in Mat … — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumInk, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper
DimensionsImage 5 7/8 in x 7 7/8 in Page 8 1/4 in. x 13 1/8 in Mat 14 1/14 x 19 1/4
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineTheodore M. Davis Collection, Bequest of Theodore M. Davis, 1915
Dateca. 1604

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: India. Flag of India

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses "Portrait of Jahangir Holding Flower", Folio from the Davis Album?

"Portrait of Jahangir Holding Flower", Folio from the Davis Album is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was "Portrait of Jahangir Holding Flower", Folio from the Davis Album created?

"Portrait of Jahangir Holding Flower", Folio from the Davis Album dates to ca. 1604.

What material is "Portrait of Jahangir Holding Flower", Folio from the Davis Album made from?

"Portrait of Jahangir Holding Flower", Folio from the Davis Album is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.

Where does "Portrait of Jahangir Holding Flower", Folio from the Davis Album originate?

"Portrait of Jahangir Holding Flower", Folio from the Davis Album originates from India.

Is "Portrait of Jahangir Holding Flower", Folio from the Davis Album in the public domain?

"Portrait of Jahangir Holding Flower", 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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