Tughra (Official Signature) of Sultan Süleiman the Magnificent (r. 1520–66)
Flag of TurkeyIslamic ArtCodicesca. 1555–60

Tughra (Official Signature) of Sultan Süleiman the Magnificent (r. 1520–66) is a codices Istanbul from Turkey created in ca. 1555–60 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring H. 20 1/2 in. (52.1 cm) W. 25 3/8 in. (64.5 cm) Mat: 25 x… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumInk, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper
DimensionsH. 20 1/2 in. (52.1 cm) W. 25 3/8 in. (64.5 cm) Mat: 25 x 30 in. (63.5 x 76.2 cm)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1938
Dateca. 1555–60

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Istanbul, Turkey. Flag of Turkey

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Tughra (Official Signature) of Sultan Süleiman the Magnificent (r. 1520–66)?

Tughra (Official Signature) of Sultan Süleiman the Magnificent (r. 1520–66) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Tughra (Official Signature) of Sultan Süleiman the Magnificent (r. 1520–66) created?

Tughra (Official Signature) of Sultan Süleiman the Magnificent (r. 1520–66) dates to ca. 1555–60.

What material is Tughra (Official Signature) of Sultan Süleiman the Magnificent (r. 1520–66) made from?

Tughra (Official Signature) of Sultan Süleiman the Magnificent (r. 1520–66) is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.

Where does Tughra (Official Signature) of Sultan Süleiman the Magnificent (r. 1520–66) originate?

Tughra (Official Signature) of Sultan Süleiman the Magnificent (r. 1520–66) originates from Turkey.

Is Tughra (Official Signature) of Sultan Süleiman the Magnificent (r. 1520–66) in the public domain?

Tughra (Official Signature) of Sultan Süleiman the Magnificent (r. 1520–66) 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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