Islamic ArtCodicesca. 1770Princesses Gather at a Fountain is a codices Farrukhabad from India created in ca. 1770 using opaque watercolor and gold on paper measuring 9 x 13 5/8in. (22.9 x 34.6cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Opaque watercolor and gold on paper |
| Dimensions | 9 x 13 5/8in. (22.9 x 34.6cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Cynthia Hazen Polsky and Leon B. Polsky Fund, 2001 |
| Date | ca. 1770 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Farrukhabad, India. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Princesses Gather at a Fountain?
Princesses Gather at a Fountain is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Princesses Gather at a Fountain created?
Princesses Gather at a Fountain dates to ca. 1770.
What material is Princesses Gather at a Fountain made from?
Princesses Gather at a Fountain is crafted from opaque watercolor and gold on paper.
Where does Princesses Gather at a Fountain originate?
Princesses Gather at a Fountain originates from India.
Is Princesses Gather at a Fountain in the public domain?
Princesses Gather at a Fountain is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026