Islamic ArtCodices18th century"The Cuckold Carpenter Under the Bed of his Wife and her Lover", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna is a codices from Egypt or Syria created in 18th century using opaque watercolor and ink 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 | Opaque watercolor and ink 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 Cuckold Carpenter Under the Bed of his Wife and her Lover", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna?
"The Cuckold Carpenter Under the Bed of his Wife and her Lover", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was "The Cuckold Carpenter Under the Bed of his Wife and her Lover", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna created?
"The Cuckold Carpenter Under the Bed of his Wife and her Lover", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna dates to 18th century.
What material is "The Cuckold Carpenter Under the Bed of his Wife and her Lover", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna made from?
"The Cuckold Carpenter Under the Bed of his Wife and her Lover", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna is crafted from opaque watercolor and ink on paper.
Where does "The Cuckold Carpenter Under the Bed of his Wife and her Lover", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna originate?
"The Cuckold Carpenter Under the Bed of his Wife and her Lover", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna originates from Egypt or Syria.
Is "The Cuckold Carpenter Under the Bed of his Wife and her Lover", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna in the public domain?
"The Cuckold Carpenter Under the Bed of his Wife and her Lover", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna is in the public domain and can be freely used.