Islamic ArtCodices18th century"The Crow Spy Talks to the King of the Owls and His Ministers", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna Manuscript is a codices from Egypt or Syria created in 18th century using ink and opaque watercolor on paper measuring 12.5 in. high 8.87 in. wide (31.8 cm high 22.6 cm wide) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ink and opaque watercolor on paper |
| Dimensions | 12.5 in. high 8.87 in. wide (31.8 cm high 22.6 cm wide) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | The Alice and Nasli Heeramaneck Collection, Gift of Alice Heeramaneck, 1981 |
| Date | 18th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Egypt or Syria. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses "The Crow Spy Talks to the King of the Owls and His Ministers", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna Manuscript?
"The Crow Spy Talks to the King of the Owls and His Ministers", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna Manuscript is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was "The Crow Spy Talks to the King of the Owls and His Ministers", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna Manuscript created?
"The Crow Spy Talks to the King of the Owls and His Ministers", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna Manuscript dates to 18th century.
What material is "The Crow Spy Talks to the King of the Owls and His Ministers", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna Manuscript made from?
"The Crow Spy Talks to the King of the Owls and His Ministers", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna Manuscript is crafted from ink and opaque watercolor on paper.
Where does "The Crow Spy Talks to the King of the Owls and His Ministers", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna Manuscript originate?
"The Crow Spy Talks to the King of the Owls and His Ministers", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna Manuscript originates from Egypt or Syria.
Is "The Crow Spy Talks to the King of the Owls and His Ministers", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna Manuscript in the public domain?
"The Crow Spy Talks to the King of the Owls and His Ministers", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna Manuscript is in the public domain and can be freely used.