"The Cuckold Carpenter Under the Bed of his Wife and her Lover", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna
Flag of EgyptIslamic 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

MediumOpaque watercolor and ink on paper
Dimensions12.5 in. high 8.87 in. wide (31.8 cm high 22.6 cm wide)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineThe Alice and Nasli Heeramaneck Collection, Gift of Alice Heeramaneck, 1981
Date18th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Egypt or Syria. Flag of Egypt

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.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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