"Purple Amaranth and Watermelon", Folio from a Dispersed Nuzhatnama-i ‘Ala’i of Shahmardan ibn Abi’l Khayr
Flag of IranIslamic ArtCodicesearly 15th century

By Shamardan ibn Abi 'l Khayr

"Purple Amaranth and Watermelon", Folio from a Dispersed Nuzhatnama-i ‘Ala’i of Shahmardan ibn Abi’l Khayr is a codices from Iran created in early 15th century using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring Image 4 1/4 in x 7 1/2 in. Page 6 5/8 in. x 9 5/8 in. Mat… attributed to Shamardan ibn Abi 'l Khayr — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumInk, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper
DimensionsImage 4 1/4 in x 7 1/2 in. Page 6 5/8 in. x 9 5/8 in. Mat 14 1/14 in. x 19 1/4 in.
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1913
Dateearly 15th century

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Origin: Iran. Flag of Iran

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What department houses "Purple Amaranth and Watermelon", Folio from a Dispersed Nuzhatnama-i ‘Ala’i of Shahmardan ibn Abi’l Khayr?

"Purple Amaranth and Watermelon", Folio from a Dispersed Nuzhatnama-i ‘Ala’i of Shahmardan ibn Abi’l Khayr is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was "Purple Amaranth and Watermelon", Folio from a Dispersed Nuzhatnama-i ‘Ala’i of Shahmardan ibn Abi’l Khayr created?

"Purple Amaranth and Watermelon", Folio from a Dispersed Nuzhatnama-i ‘Ala’i of Shahmardan ibn Abi’l Khayr dates to early 15th century.

What material is "Purple Amaranth and Watermelon", Folio from a Dispersed Nuzhatnama-i ‘Ala’i of Shahmardan ibn Abi’l Khayr made from?

"Purple Amaranth and Watermelon", Folio from a Dispersed Nuzhatnama-i ‘Ala’i of Shahmardan ibn Abi’l Khayr is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.

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"Purple Amaranth and Watermelon", Folio from a Dispersed Nuzhatnama-i ‘Ala’i of Shahmardan ibn Abi’l Khayr originates from Iran.

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"Purple Amaranth and Watermelon", Folio from a Dispersed Nuzhatnama-i ‘Ala’i of Shahmardan ibn Abi’l Khayr 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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