Islamic ArtJadedated A.H.1085/1674–5 A.D.
Qur'an Case is a jade created in dated A.H.1085/1674–5 A.D. using nephrite jade (white, with slight greyish cast), inlaid with gold and set in… measuring H. 3 1/16 in. (7.9 cm) W. 3 15/16 in. (10 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Nephrite jade (white, with slight greyish cast), inlaid with gold and set in kundan technique with rubies and emeralds |
| Dimensions | H. 3 1/16 in. (7.9 cm) W. 3 15/16 in. (10 cm) |
| Classification | Jade |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | The al-Sabah Collection, Dar al-Athar al-Islamiyyah, Kuwait |
| Date | dated A.H.1085/1674–5 A.D. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Qur'an Case?
Qur'an Case is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Qur'an Case created?
Qur'an Case dates to dated A.H.1085/1674–5 A.D..
What material is Qur'an Case made from?
Qur'an Case is crafted from nephrite jade (white, with slight greyish cast), inlaid with gold and set in kundan technique with rubies and emeralds.
Is Qur'an Case in the public domain?
Qur'an Case 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