Islamic ArtCodicesca. 1653-55
Prince Aurangzeb is a codices Aurangabad created in ca. 1653-55 using opaque watercolor and gold on cloth measuring Frame: 19 7/8 × 15 13/16 × 15/16 in. (50.5 × 40.2 × 2.4… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Opaque watercolor and gold on cloth |
| Dimensions | Frame: 19 7/8 × 15 13/16 × 15/16 in. (50.5 × 40.2 × 2.4 cm) Image: 14 11/16 in. × 8 ft. 11 1/16 in. (37.3 × 272 cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | The Ashmolean Museum, Oxford. Lent by Howard Hodgkin. |
| Date | ca. 1653-55 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Prince Aurangzeb?
Prince Aurangzeb is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Prince Aurangzeb created?
Prince Aurangzeb dates to ca. 1653-55.
What material is Prince Aurangzeb made from?
Prince Aurangzeb is crafted from opaque watercolor and gold on cloth.
Is Prince Aurangzeb in the public domain?
Prince Aurangzeb is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026