Islamic ArtCodicesca. 1635By "Bodleian painter"
Sultan Muhammad 'Adil Shah is a codices from India created in ca. 1635 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring Image: 7 1/2 × 4 5/8 in. (19.1 × 11.7 cm) Mat: 18 × 14 in… 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: 7 1/2 × 4 5/8 in. (19.1 × 11.7 cm) Mat: 18 × 14 in. (45.7 × 35.6 cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gursharan and Elvira Sidhu Collection, Seattle |
| Date | ca. 1635 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Deccan, India. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Sultan Muhammad 'Adil Shah?
Sultan Muhammad 'Adil Shah is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Sultan Muhammad 'Adil Shah created?
Sultan Muhammad 'Adil Shah dates to ca. 1635.
What material is Sultan Muhammad 'Adil Shah made from?
Sultan Muhammad 'Adil Shah is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.
Where does Sultan Muhammad 'Adil Shah originate?
Sultan Muhammad 'Adil Shah originates from India.
Is Sultan Muhammad 'Adil Shah in the public domain?
Sultan Muhammad 'Adil 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