Islamic ArtCodicesca. 1660Sultan 'Abdullah Qutb Shah is a codices from India created in ca. 1660 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring Image: 6 5/8 × 4 3/16 in. (16.9 × 10.7 cm) Frame: 22 7/16 ×… — 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 5/8 × 4 3/16 in. (16.9 × 10.7 cm) Frame: 22 7/16 × 17 1/2 in. (57 × 44.5 cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Musée Guimet, Paris |
| Date | ca. 1660 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: India. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Sultan 'Abdullah Qutb Shah?
Sultan 'Abdullah Qutb Shah is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Sultan 'Abdullah Qutb Shah created?
Sultan 'Abdullah Qutb Shah dates to ca. 1660.
What material is Sultan 'Abdullah Qutb Shah made from?
Sultan 'Abdullah Qutb Shah is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.
Where does Sultan 'Abdullah Qutb Shah originate?
Sultan 'Abdullah Qutb Shah originates from India.
Is Sultan 'Abdullah Qutb Shah in the public domain?
Sultan 'Abdullah Qutb Shah 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