Islamic ArtCodicesca. 1620By "Bodleian painter"
Stout Courtier is a codices Bijapur from India created in ca. 1620 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring Image: 6 11/16 × 3 15/16 in. (17 × 10 cm) Mount: 22 × 16… attributed to "Bodleian painter" — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper |
| Dimensions | Image: 6 11/16 × 3 15/16 in. (17 × 10 cm) Mount: 22 × 16 in. (55.9 × 40.6 cm) Frame: 23 11/16 × 17 11/16 × 7/8 in. (60.1 × 44.9 × 2.2 cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Courtesy of the Trustees of the British Museum |
| Date | ca. 1620 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Bijapur, Deccan, India. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Stout Courtier?
Stout Courtier is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Stout Courtier created?
Stout Courtier dates to ca. 1620.
What material is Stout Courtier made from?
Stout Courtier is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.
Where does Stout Courtier originate?
Stout Courtier originates from India.
Is Stout Courtier in the public domain?
Stout Courtier 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