"Summer, from a Series of the Four Seasons", Folio from the Davis Album
Flag of IranIslamic ArtCodicesca. 1660–70

By 'Ali Quli Jabbadar

"Summer, from a Series of the Four Seasons", Folio from the Davis Album is a codices from Iran created in ca. 1660–70 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring 13.12 in. high 8.25 in. wide (33.3 cm high 21 cm wide) attributed to 'Ali Quli Jabbadar — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumInk, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper
Dimensions13.12 in. high 8.25 in. wide (33.3 cm high 21 cm wide)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineTheodore M. Davis Collection, Bequest of Theodore M. Davis, 1915
Dateca. 1660–70

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses "Summer, from a Series of the Four Seasons", Folio from the Davis Album?

"Summer, from a Series of the Four Seasons", Folio from the Davis Album is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was "Summer, from a Series of the Four Seasons", Folio from the Davis Album created?

"Summer, from a Series of the Four Seasons", Folio from the Davis Album dates to ca. 1660–70.

What material is "Summer, from a Series of the Four Seasons", Folio from the Davis Album made from?

"Summer, from a Series of the Four Seasons", Folio from the Davis Album is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.

Where does "Summer, from a Series of the Four Seasons", Folio from the Davis Album originate?

"Summer, from a Series of the Four Seasons", Folio from the Davis Album originates from Iran.

Is "Summer, from a Series of the Four Seasons", Folio from the Davis Album in the public domain?

"Summer, from a Series of the Four Seasons", Folio from the Davis Album 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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