"Sultan Sanjar and the Old Woman", Folio from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami
Flag of IranIslamic ArtCodicesearly 16th century

"Sultan Sanjar and the Old Woman", Folio from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami is a codices Shiraz from Iran created in early 16th century using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring Other (a): 7 1/16 x 6 1/16in. (18 x 15.4cm) Other (b): 11… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumInk, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper
DimensionsOther (a): 7 1/16 x 6 1/16in. (18 x 15.4cm) Other (b): 11 3/16 x 6 1/4in. (28.4 x 15.8cm)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineBequest of Adrienne Minassian, 1994
Dateearly 16th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Shiraz, Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses "Sultan Sanjar and the Old Woman", Folio from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami?

"Sultan Sanjar and the Old Woman", Folio from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was "Sultan Sanjar and the Old Woman", Folio from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami created?

"Sultan Sanjar and the Old Woman", Folio from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami dates to early 16th century.

What material is "Sultan Sanjar and the Old Woman", Folio from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami made from?

"Sultan Sanjar and the Old Woman", Folio from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.

Where does "Sultan Sanjar and the Old Woman", Folio from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami originate?

"Sultan Sanjar and the Old Woman", Folio from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami originates from Iran.

Is "Sultan Sanjar and the Old Woman", Folio from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami in the public domain?

"Sultan Sanjar and the Old Woman", Folio from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami 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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