"Shaikh Mahneh and the Villager", Folio 49r from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds)
Flag of AfghanistanIslamic ArtCodices1487

By Farid al-Din `Attar

"Shaikh Mahneh and the Villager", Folio 49r from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) is a codices Herat from present-day Afghanistan created in 1487 using opaque watercolor, silver, and gold on paper measuring 7 3/4 x 5 3/4in. (19.7 x 14.6cm) attributed to Farid al-Din `Attar — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumOpaque watercolor, silver, and gold on paper
Dimensions7 3/4 x 5 3/4in. (19.7 x 14.6cm)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineFletcher Fund, 1963
Date1487

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Herat, present-day Afghanistan. Flag of Afghanistan

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses "Shaikh Mahneh and the Villager", Folio 49r from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds)?

"Shaikh Mahneh and the Villager", Folio 49r from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was "Shaikh Mahneh and the Villager", Folio 49r from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) created?

"Shaikh Mahneh and the Villager", Folio 49r from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) dates to 1487.

What material is "Shaikh Mahneh and the Villager", Folio 49r from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) made from?

"Shaikh Mahneh and the Villager", Folio 49r from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) is crafted from opaque watercolor, silver, and gold on paper.

Where does "Shaikh Mahneh and the Villager", Folio 49r from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) originate?

"Shaikh Mahneh and the Villager", Folio 49r from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) originates from present-day Afghanistan.

Is "Shaikh Mahneh and the Villager", Folio 49r from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) in the public domain?

"Shaikh Mahneh and the Villager", Folio 49r from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds) 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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