Flag of IndiaIslamic ArtCodicesca. 1880

Qur'an is a codices from India created in ca. 1880 using ink, colors, and gold on paper measuring H. 10 in (25.5 cm) W. 7 in (18 cm) D. 3 1/4 in (8.5 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumInk, colors, and gold on paper
DimensionsH. 10 in (25.5 cm) W. 7 in (18 cm) D. 3 1/4 in (8.5 cm)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineGift of Begum Habiba Khwaja Sadruddin Buch (1896–1989), Kashmir, through M. Yusuf Buch, 2013
Dateca. 1880

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: India. Flag of India

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Qur'an?

Qur'an is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Qur'an created?

Qur'an dates to ca. 1880.

What material is Qur'an made from?

Qur'an is crafted from ink, colors, and gold on paper.

Where does Qur'an originate?

Qur'an originates from India.

Is Qur'an in the public domain?

Qur'an 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

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