Portrait of Prince Muhammad Buland Akhtar (known as Nur Achhe Sahib) at Prayer
Flag of IndiaIslamic ArtCodices17th century

By Hujraj

Portrait of Prince Muhammad Buland Akhtar (known as Nur Achhe Sahib) at Prayer is a codices from India created in 17th century using ink and opaque watercolor on paper measuring Image 9 in x 13 1/4 in. Page 11 3/16 in. x 15 in. Mat … attributed to Hujraj — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumInk and opaque watercolor on paper
DimensionsImage 9 in x 13 1/4 in. Page 11 3/16 in. x 15 in. Mat 14 1/14 in. x 19 1/4 in.
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1925
Date17th century

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Origin: India. Flag of India

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What department houses Portrait of Prince Muhammad Buland Akhtar (known as Nur Achhe Sahib) at Prayer?

Portrait of Prince Muhammad Buland Akhtar (known as Nur Achhe Sahib) at Prayer is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Portrait of Prince Muhammad Buland Akhtar (known as Nur Achhe Sahib) at Prayer created?

Portrait of Prince Muhammad Buland Akhtar (known as Nur Achhe Sahib) at Prayer dates to 17th century.

What material is Portrait of Prince Muhammad Buland Akhtar (known as Nur Achhe Sahib) at Prayer made from?

Portrait of Prince Muhammad Buland Akhtar (known as Nur Achhe Sahib) at Prayer is crafted from ink and opaque watercolor on paper.

Where does Portrait of Prince Muhammad Buland Akhtar (known as Nur Achhe Sahib) at Prayer originate?

Portrait of Prince Muhammad Buland Akhtar (known as Nur Achhe Sahib) at Prayer originates from India.

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Portrait of Prince Muhammad Buland Akhtar (known as Nur Achhe Sahib) at Prayer 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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