Islamic ArtCodices1550s"The Seven Sleepers of Ephesus Discovered by Alexander the Great", Folio from a Falnama (Book of Omens) is a codices Qazvin from Iran created in 1550s using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring Painting: H. 23 in. (58.4 cm) W. 17 3/4 in… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper |
| Dimensions | Painting: H. 23 in. (58.4 cm) W. 17 3/4 in. (45.1 cm) Mat : H. 28 in. (71.1 cm) W. 22 in. (55.9 cm) Frame: H. 30 1/2 in. (77.5 cm) W. 24 1/2 in. (62.2 cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1935 |
| Date | 1550s |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Qazvin, Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses "The Seven Sleepers of Ephesus Discovered by Alexander the Great", Folio from a Falnama (Book of Omens)?
"The Seven Sleepers of Ephesus Discovered by Alexander the Great", Folio from a Falnama (Book of Omens) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was "The Seven Sleepers of Ephesus Discovered by Alexander the Great", Folio from a Falnama (Book of Omens) created?
"The Seven Sleepers of Ephesus Discovered by Alexander the Great", Folio from a Falnama (Book of Omens) dates to 1550s.
What material is "The Seven Sleepers of Ephesus Discovered by Alexander the Great", Folio from a Falnama (Book of Omens) made from?
"The Seven Sleepers of Ephesus Discovered by Alexander the Great", Folio from a Falnama (Book of Omens) is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.
Where does "The Seven Sleepers of Ephesus Discovered by Alexander the Great", Folio from a Falnama (Book of Omens) originate?
"The Seven Sleepers of Ephesus Discovered by Alexander the Great", Folio from a Falnama (Book of Omens) originates from Iran.
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"The Seven Sleepers of Ephesus Discovered by Alexander the Great", Folio from a Falnama (Book of Omens) is in the public domain and can be freely used.