recto: "Portrait of Prince Danyal", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album
Flag of IndiaIslamic ArtMiscellaneousrecto: late 16th century; verso: ca. 1500

By Manohar|Sultan 'Ali al-Mashhadi

recto: "Portrait of Prince Danyal", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album is a miscellaneous from India created in recto: late 16th century; verso: ca. 1500 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring H. 15 5/16 in. (38.9 cm) W. 10 1/4 in. (26 cm) attributed to Manohar|Sultan 'Ali al-Mashhadi — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumInk, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper
DimensionsH. 15 5/16 in. (38.9 cm) W. 10 1/4 in. (26 cm)
ClassificationMiscellaneous
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LinePurchase, Rogers Fund and The Kevorkian Foundation Gift, 1955
Daterecto: late 16th century; verso: ca. 1500

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: India. Flag of India

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses recto: "Portrait of Prince Danyal", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album?

recto: "Portrait of Prince Danyal", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was recto: "Portrait of Prince Danyal", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album created?

recto: "Portrait of Prince Danyal", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album dates to recto: late 16th century; verso: ca. 1500.

What material is recto: "Portrait of Prince Danyal", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album made from?

recto: "Portrait of Prince Danyal", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.

Where does recto: "Portrait of Prince Danyal", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album originate?

recto: "Portrait of Prince Danyal", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album originates from India.

Is recto: "Portrait of Prince Danyal", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album in the public domain?

recto: "Portrait of Prince Danyal", Folio from the Shah Jahan Album 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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