Islamic ArtCodicesca. 1570–80

Sultan 'Ali 'Adil Shah I is a codices Bijapur created in ca. 1570–80 using ink, opaque watercolor and gold on paper measuring H. 13 1/16 in. (33.2 cm) W. 9 1/2 in. (24.2 cm) Framed: H… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumInk, opaque watercolor and gold on paper
DimensionsH. 13 1/16 in. (33.2 cm) W. 9 1/2 in. (24.2 cm) Framed: H. 21 1/4 in. (54 cm) W. 17 5/16 (44 cm)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineThe David Collection, Copenhagen, 6/2013
Dateca. 1570–80

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Sultan 'Ali 'Adil Shah I?

Sultan 'Ali 'Adil Shah I is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Sultan 'Ali 'Adil Shah I created?

Sultan 'Ali 'Adil Shah I dates to ca. 1570–80.

What material is Sultan 'Ali 'Adil Shah I made from?

Sultan 'Ali 'Adil Shah I is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor and gold on paper.

Is Sultan 'Ali 'Adil Shah I in the public domain?

Sultan 'Ali 'Adil Shah I 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

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