"Zulaykha Bidding for Yusuf in the Slave Market in Egypt", Folio from Yusuf and Zulaykha
Flag of IranIslamic ArtCodicessecond half 16th century

"Zulaykha Bidding for Yusuf in the Slave Market in Egypt", Folio from Yusuf and Zulaykha is a codices Shiraz from Iran created in second half 16th century using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring Painting: Ht. 6 7/8 in. (17.5 cm) W. 4 7/8… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumInk, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper
DimensionsPainting: Ht. 6 7/8 in. (17.5 cm) W. 4 7/8 in. (12.4 cm) Page: Ht. 12 5/8 in. (32.1 cm) W. 7 7/8 in. (20 cm) Mat: Ht. 19 1/4 in. (48.9 cm) W. 14 1/4 in. (36.2 cm)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineGift of Edith and Herbert Lehman Foundation, 1969
Datesecond half 16th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Shiraz, Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses "Zulaykha Bidding for Yusuf in the Slave Market in Egypt", Folio from Yusuf and Zulaykha?

"Zulaykha Bidding for Yusuf in the Slave Market in Egypt", Folio from Yusuf and Zulaykha is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was "Zulaykha Bidding for Yusuf in the Slave Market in Egypt", Folio from Yusuf and Zulaykha created?

"Zulaykha Bidding for Yusuf in the Slave Market in Egypt", Folio from Yusuf and Zulaykha dates to second half 16th century.

What material is "Zulaykha Bidding for Yusuf in the Slave Market in Egypt", Folio from Yusuf and Zulaykha made from?

"Zulaykha Bidding for Yusuf in the Slave Market in Egypt", Folio from Yusuf and Zulaykha is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.

Where does "Zulaykha Bidding for Yusuf in the Slave Market in Egypt", Folio from Yusuf and Zulaykha originate?

"Zulaykha Bidding for Yusuf in the Slave Market in Egypt", Folio from Yusuf and Zulaykha originates from Iran.

Is "Zulaykha Bidding for Yusuf in the Slave Market in Egypt", Folio from Yusuf and Zulaykha in the public domain?

"Zulaykha Bidding for Yusuf in the Slave Market in Egypt", Folio from Yusuf and Zulaykha 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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