Islamic ArtCodices18th century"The Father's Advice Followed by a Son who Sets out to Join a Caravan with the Two Oxen", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna 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 Father's Advice Followed by a Son who Sets out to Join a Caravan with the Two Oxen", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna?
"The Father's Advice Followed by a Son who Sets out to Join a Caravan with the Two Oxen", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was "The Father's Advice Followed by a Son who Sets out to Join a Caravan with the Two Oxen", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna created?
"The Father's Advice Followed by a Son who Sets out to Join a Caravan with the Two Oxen", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna dates to 18th century.
What material is "The Father's Advice Followed by a Son who Sets out to Join a Caravan with the Two Oxen", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna made from?
"The Father's Advice Followed by a Son who Sets out to Join a Caravan with the Two Oxen", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna is crafted from ink and opaque watercolor on paper.
Where does "The Father's Advice Followed by a Son who Sets out to Join a Caravan with the Two Oxen", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna originate?
"The Father's Advice Followed by a Son who Sets out to Join a Caravan with the Two Oxen", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna originates from Egypt or Syria.
Is "The Father's Advice Followed by a Son who Sets out to Join a Caravan with the Two Oxen", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna in the public domain?
"The Father's Advice Followed by a Son who Sets out to Join a Caravan with the Two Oxen", Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna is in the public domain and can be freely used.