'Saz'-style Drawing of a Dragon amid Foliage
Flag of TurkeyIslamic ArtCodicesca. 1540–50

By Shah Quli (Turkish)

'Saz'-style Drawing of a Dragon amid Foliage is a codices Istanbul from Turkey created in ca. 1540–50 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring Painting: H. 6 13/16 in. (17.3 cm) W. 10… attributed to Shah Quli (Turkish) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumInk, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper
DimensionsPainting: H. 6 13/16 in. (17.3 cm) W. 10 11/16in. (27.2cm) Mat: H. 16 in. (40.6 cm) W. 22 in. (55.9 cm) Frame : H. 17 in. (43.2 cm) W. 23 in. (58.4 cm)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineBequest of Cora Timken Burnett, 1956
Dateca. 1540–50

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Istanbul, Turkey. Flag of Turkey

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses 'Saz'-style Drawing of a Dragon amid Foliage?

'Saz'-style Drawing of a Dragon amid Foliage is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was 'Saz'-style Drawing of a Dragon amid Foliage created?

'Saz'-style Drawing of a Dragon amid Foliage dates to ca. 1540–50.

What material is 'Saz'-style Drawing of a Dragon amid Foliage made from?

'Saz'-style Drawing of a Dragon amid Foliage is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.

Where does 'Saz'-style Drawing of a Dragon amid Foliage originate?

'Saz'-style Drawing of a Dragon amid Foliage originates from Turkey.

Is 'Saz'-style Drawing of a Dragon amid Foliage in the public domain?

'Saz'-style Drawing of a Dragon amid Foliage 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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